Ron Miel: The Canary Islands’ Sweetest Little Secret

What is it?

Ron miel — or honey rum — is the Canary Islands’ favorite way to end a meal and start a party. This sweet, smooth, slightly sticky liqueur is made by blending rum with natural honey, creating a golden elixir that goes down dangerouslyeasy.

Typically served ice cold in a shot glass (sometimes with a little lemon zest or cinnamon), ron miel has become the unofficial ambassador of Canarian hospitality — especially when it comes free with your dessert.

A Little History in Every Sip

Ron miel has deep roots in Canarian culture. For centuries, the islands have been producing both sugarcane and honey — so it was only a matter of time before someone thought: “What if we combined these… and drank it?” 🍹

While its exact origins are hard to trace, ron miel became officially recognized as a unique product of the Canaries in the early 2000s, receiving the “Denominación Geográfica” status — basically a fancy stamp that says, “Yes, this stuff is legit local.”

You’ll find different variations depending on the island, with slight changes in sweetness, alcohol content, and texture — but all of them share that comforting blend of warmth and sweetness that makes you feel like you’re on vacation, even if you’re not.

More Than Just a Shot

While ron miel is often enjoyed on its own, some creative souls mix it into cocktails — with coffee, over ice cream, or even with soda and lime for a Canarian twist on a Cuba Libre.

But let’s be honest: the pure version, straight from the freezer, sipped slowly after a long dinner and a longer laugh? That’s the magic.

Would you try ron miel straight, or mix it into a cocktail?

Either way, you’re ending the night with a smile.
And probably asking the waiter where you can buy a bottle. 😏