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Cuba Libre recipe

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Fantasy Long
Volume 18 cl
Alcohol 9 %
Calories 908 kcal
Colour Brown
Difficulty Easy
Published 03/2022
Prep time 4 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Prepare a large tumbler previously chilled in the refrigerator
  2. Place a few ice cubes in the glass
  3. Pour the rum and the cola
  4. Squeeze a dash of lemon directly into the glass
  5. Stir gently with a spoon

Note: for a more original cocktail, you can replace the white rum with golden or amber rum.
To honour the cocktail's origins, prefer a Cuban rum.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

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Decoration

Place a slice of lime on the rim of the glass

Variation

You can make a "Coca Cola Cock" by replacing the white rum with gin.

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should Cuba Libre be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Tumbler.

What is the volume of Cuba Libre?

The volume of the Cuba Libre cocktail is 18 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Cuba Libre?

The alcohol content of the Cuba Libre recipe is 9%.

How many calories are in Cuba Libre?

The calories of the Cuba Libre cocktail are estimated at 908 calories.

What colour is Cuba Libre?

The Cuba Libre cocktail is Brown in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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