Cuba Libre (Rum & Coke): Easy 2-Ingredient Cocktail
Make the iconic Cuba Libre by blending white rum, Coca-Cola, and fresh lime juice, served over ice in a highball glass and finished with a lime wedge garnish; a perfectly balanced cocktail best enjoyed at social gatherings or relaxed evenings.
Equipment
- 1 Highball glass (for serving)
- 1 Measuring jigger (for measuring)
- 1 Bar spoon (for stirring)
- 1 Knife and cutting board (for slicing lime)
Ingredients
- 1⅔ oz White rum
- 4 oz Coca-Cola
- ⅓ oz Lime juice (fresh)
- 1 wedge Lime wheel/wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to chill the glass.
- Pour white rum over the ice.
- Squeeze in fresh lime juice to add that citrusy kick.
- Top off with Coca-Cola, stirring gently to mix the flavors but not lose the effervescence.
- Garnish with a lime wedge, adding that final touch of zest.
Nutrition
Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.03gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 15mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.2mg