Cuba Libre

Cuba Libre

Build into glass with ice. Stir gently

Alcohol
Rum (white)40% ABV
Mixers
Cola
Cola
Lime
Lime
Ice
Ice
As desired
Servings
Measurement Guide

All measurements are shown in shots by default for easy bartending at home. Use these conversions at your bar.

1 shot=1.5 oz=4.4 cl=44 ml
Fun Facts
Origin

The Cuba Libre was created around the time of the Spanish-American War in the early 20th century. The name, meaning "Free Cuba," was a rallying cry of the era, and the drink itself originated when American soldiers mixed their Coca-Cola rations with local Cuban rum

Popularity

The drink gained widespread popularity in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s, becoming a symbol of leisure and liberation during and after World War II

Culture & History

The Cuba Libre is more than just rum and Coke—it's a symbol of cultural blending and historical significance, representing the enduring spirit of freedom and the universal appeal of simple yet powerful cocktails

Cuba Libre