The Cuba Libre cocktail was born at the close of the Cuban War of Independence against Spain. Once the war was won, Cuban and Americans soldiers purportedly mixed cocktails of rum, Coca-Cola and lime, joyously toasting “por Cuba Libre!” or “for a free Cuba.” The drink was forever immortalized. — Editor’s Note
INGREDIENTS
- ice
- 50 milliliters rum
- 100 milliliters cola
- 1 lime wedge
One cocktail glass, between 4-6 ounces
PREPARATION
- Add ice cubes to a 10-ounce glass and fill with the rum and cola. Squeeze the lime wedge into the glass, stir, and serve with a straw.
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