cuba libre drink

This Traditional Cuba Libre Drink recipe is made just as it started in Cuba. With Bacardí rum, Cocoa-Cola, and lime.

If you are a fan of the rum and coke cocktail, then you will love this Cuban cocktail. It’s packed with flavor and great for hot summer days.

Traditional Cuba Libre Drink

The traditional Cuba Libre, also known as a Cuban Rum and Coke is one of the easiest cocktails you can make. No fancy equipment is needed to make this drink recipe, just a glass filled with ice!

I make it extra easy and stir the cocktail with my straw. Making this a 1 minute cocktail that will impress your guests.

Rum and Coke with Lime Garnishes

This rum cocktail is traditionally garnished with just a lime wedge, but if you want to get a little fancy, there are more garnishes you can add to this cocktail.

  • Lime wedge
  • Lemon wedge
  • Mint sprig
  • Paper umbrella

Printable Recipe Card for Cuba Libre Cocktails

This rum and coke cocktail is traditional and easy, with a little flare. Some say that this drink’s origins were a hotel in Tampa Bay Florida, and others say it comes from Cuba. No matter where it comes from, you can enjoy it at home without much work at all.

Of course, I couldn’t leave you with just one version! Here are more ways to make this homemade cocktail.

More Ways to Make a Cuba Libre:

Traditional Cuba Libre Drink

Recipe by Audrey JohnsCourse: DrinksCuisine: CubanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

1

servings
Prep time

1

minute
Cooking timeminutes
Calories

100

kcal
Total time

1

minute

This traditional Cuba Libre is easy and strong, so watch out! I like it with Bacardí Rum as it’s the most traditional. But use your favorite, any rum will work.

Ingredients

  • 1 ounce Bacardí rum

  • 3 ounces Coca-Cola

  • 1 lime wedge

  • Garnish:
  • 1 lime wedge

Directions

  • Fill a tall (ideally a high ball) glass with ice.
  • Add in the rum, and the Coca-Cola.
  • Squeeze the lime wedge and drop in the drink.
  • Use a cocktail spoon or straw to gently stir.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge and serve.

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