Cuba Libre
HB-4196 · Hand-built original · Cuban
Rum and cola over ice in a highball glass, brightened with fresh lime juice and garnished with a lime wedge. The fresh lime is what sets a Cuba Libre apart from a plain rum and Coke.
Main ingredient: rum
Pairs well with: grilled meats, salty snacks
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz rum
- 4 oz cola
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- Lime wedge, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Method
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the rum over the ice.
- Squeeze in the fresh lime juice.
- Top with the cola, pouring in about 4 ounces or enough to fill the glass.
- Stir gently to mix.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.
Prep: 1 minute · Total: 1 minute