Cuba Libra
Cuba Libre (variant spelling)
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Anweisungen
Fill tall glass with ice cubes. Add rum. Rub cut edge of lime on rim of glass then squeeze juice into glass. Fill with Coca-Cola. Garnish with lime slice. Enjoy!
Cuba Libra is a variant spelling of the classic Cuba Libre — dark rum with fresh lime and Coca-Cola served over ice — that maintains the same fundamentals of the iconic rum-and-cola cocktail. At 9.85% ABV, it is a medium-strength, easy-drinking highball where the dark rum's molasses depth complements the Coca-Cola's caramel sweetness and the lime juice's fresh tartness. The lime juice and peel add an essential citrus brightness that distinguishes it from a simple rum and cola.
History & Origins
Cuba Libre (or Libre) has its origins in Cuba around 1900, following the Spanish-American War and Cuba's independence, with the name meaning 'Free Cuba.' The drink's emergence coincides with the introduction of Coca-Cola to Cuba during the American occupation. Its origin is disputed among several accounts, though the combination of rum, cola, and lime became synonymous with both Cuban culture and American commercial expansion in the early 20th century.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Dark rum's molasses and fruit, the sweet caramel-vanilla of Coca-Cola, and a bright fresh lime note. Palate: Sweet and refreshing; the dark rum's richness blends with the Coca-Cola's complex sweetness and carbonation, while the lime juice adds a clean citrus tartness. Finish: Sweet and medium-length with a citrus and rum fade.
Pro Tip
Rub the cut edge of the lime around the rim of the glass before squeezing the juice in, to deposit the citrus oils on the rim for aromatic effect with each sip.
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