Cuba Libres Recipe

Prepare Glass

Choose a highball or Collins glass (10–12 oz). Fill the glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes (approximately 1 cup).

Add Spirits and Lime

Pour 2 fl oz light rum over the ice. Squeeze half a lime (about 0.5 fl oz) directly into the glass to capture fresh juice and a little pulp; drop the squeezed lime wedge into the glass if you like extra aroma.

Top with Cola

Slowly pour 4 fl oz chilled cola into the glass to preserve carbonation. Stir gently once or twice with a bar spoon or long spoon to combine the rum, lime juice, and cola, taking care not to over-stir and release too much fizz.

Garnish and Serve

Taste and adjust: add a little more lime juice if you prefer brighter acidity. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and/or a lime twist. Serve immediately with a straw or stirring stick.

Chill and Measure

Chill a pitcher and cola in the refrigerator ahead of time. Measure 12 fl oz light rum and 3 fl oz fresh lime juice.

Combine

In the chilled pitcher, combine the 12 fl oz light rum with 3 fl oz fresh lime juice. Stir briefly to mix.

Add Cola Just Before Serving

When ready to serve, add 24 fl oz chilled cola to the pitcher. Stir gently once to combine, taking care to preserve carbonation.

Serve

Fill six highball glasses with about 1 cup ice each. Pour the mixed Cuba Libre evenly into the glasses. Garnish each with a lime wedge (or twist) and serve immediately.