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Old Cuban Cocktail

Cultural Context

The Old Cuban Cocktail is a delightful blend of classic Cuban flavors, originating from the vibrant nightlife of Havana. This cocktail combines the refreshing notes of mint and lime with the richness of aged rum, topped with sparkling champagne for a festive touch. It embodies the spirit of celebration in Cuban culture, often enjoyed at parties and special occasions. Today, the Old Cuban is embraced globally, with many variations emerging in cocktail bars around the world.

CubanCUdrink
10 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
6 to 8 mint leaves
45 mils aged rum (Florida Chania)
22.5 mils fresh lime juice
30 mils simple syrup (one to one)
2 dashes Angostura bitters
splash of sparkling wine
ice

aged rum

🥗Healthier: light rum

💰Cheaper: white rum

Light rum is lower in calories and more affordable.

champagne

🥗Healthier: sparkling water

💰Cheaper: prosecco

Sparkling water reduces calories, while prosecco is a budget-friendly bubbly.

1

Add 6 to 8 mint leaves to a cocktail shaker.

2

Pour in 45 mils of aged rum.

3

Add 22.5 mils of fresh lime juice.

4

Pour in 30 mils of simple syrup.

5

Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.

6

Shake the mixture well.

7

Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.

8

Top with a splash of sparkling wine.

9

Garnish with a small mint sprig.

Cooking Techniques

muddlingshaking

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakercoupe glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Cuban MojitoHavana Cocktail

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