1 serving
White Cuban ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Light White Rum (Charcoal-Filtered, 1–4 Years) | 50 ml | 5 cl | 1.7 oz | 10 parts |
Coffee LiqueurSource specifies this bottle: Galliano Espresso Coffee Liqueur | 25 ml | 2.5 cl | 0.8 oz | 5 parts |
Rich Simple Syrup | 5 ml | 0.5 cl | 0.2 oz | 1 part |
Heavy Cream | 25 ml | 2.5 cl | 0.8 oz | 5 parts |
Nutmeg | 1 pinch | — | — | — |
Garnish: Exactly one restrained dusting of finely grated nutmeg over the cream
Method
How to make White Cuban
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one clear heavy rocks glass, prepare clean cubed ice, and grate a very small pinch of fresh nutmeg.
- 02
Measure 50 ml light white rum, 25 ml espresso coffee liqueur, and 5 ml rich simple syrup into a mixing glass.
- 03
Add solid cold ice and stir smoothly for 20–25 seconds until the coffee-brown base is very cold.
- 04
Fill the chilled rocks glass with fresh cubed ice and strain the stirred base over it.
- 05
Lightly whip 25 ml heavy cream until just thickened, then carefully float one smooth thin layer over the drink.
- 06
Finish with one restrained dusting of nutmeg over the cream and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does White Cuban taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (4/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
White Cuban questions
What is in a White Cuban?
Kokto’s build uses light white rum (charcoal-filtered, 1–4 years), coffee liqueur, rich simple syrup, heavy cream, and nutmeg.
How long does a White Cuban take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 7 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a White Cuban prepared?
It uses a stirred method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a White Cuban 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.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B166https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/24906/white-cuban · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
- Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved





