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Built · one serving

Cuba Libre

Aged rum and cola sharpened with fresh lime.

Short answer

Cuba Libre is a built cocktail made with aged rum, lime juice, and cola. Aged rum and cola sharpened with fresh lime. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 4 minutes.
Time4 min
MethodBuilt
GlassHighball
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Cuba Libre ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Cuba Libre ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Aged Rum50 ml5 cl1.7 oz3.3 parts
Lime Juice15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1 part
Cola120 ml12 cl4.1 oz8 parts
Lime (optional)1 wedgeOptional

Garnish: Lime wedge

Method

How to make Cuba Libre

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Fill a chilled highball glass completely with fresh ice cubes.

  2. 02

    Pour 50 ml aged rum and 15 ml fresh lime juice over the ice.

  3. 03

    Stir for about 5 seconds so the rum and lime are evenly combined and chilled.

  4. 04

    Slowly top with 120 ml cold cola, pouring it down the inside of the glass.

  5. 05

    Lift the ice once from the bottom with a bar spoon to combine without losing too much carbonation.

  6. 06

    Squeeze the optional lime wedge lightly over the drink, drop it into the glass, and serve.

Tasting profile

What does Cuba Libre taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (4/5) and freshness (4/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness4 / 5
Sourness3 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness4 / 5

Quick answers

Cuba Libre questions

What is in a Cuba Libre?

Kokto’s build uses aged rum, lime juice, and cola, with optional items shown separately in the table.

How long does a Cuba Libre take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 4 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Cuba Libre prepared?

It uses a built method and is served in a highball. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Cuba Libre alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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