Cuban / American
Easy
Rum and Coke
A simple and universally popular highball, the Rum and Coke (often called a Cuba Libre) is a refreshing mix of white or dark rum, cola, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Rum and Coke
Rum
Cola
Lime
Simple
Classic
Cocktail
4.7 / 5
3 min
Prep Time
Servings
$4.50
Ingredients
0/4 ready
Other
Other
Other
Other
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Prepare the glass
Fill a highball glass with 1 serving of ice. Using plenty of ice will keep your drink colder and prevent it from becoming too diluted too quickly.
💡 Tips:
- •A taller glass is ideal for highball drinks to accommodate ice and mixer.
Estimated time: less than 1 min
2
Add rum
Pour 2 ounces (60 ml) of white or dark rum over the ice in the glass.
💡 Tips:
- •White rum offers a lighter, crisper taste, while dark rum provides richer, caramel notes.
Estimated time: less than 1 min
3
Add lime juice
Squeeze 1 lime wedge directly into the glass and then drop the squeezed wedge into the drink.
💡 Tips:
- •Fresh lime juice is essential for balancing the sweetness of the cola and rum.
Estimated time: 1 min
4
Top with cola and stir
Gently top the glass with 4-5 ounces (120-150 ml) of cola. Stir once or twice very gently to combine the ingredients without losing too much carbonation.
💡 Tips:
- •Pouring the cola slowly helps preserve its fizziness.
Estimated time: 1 min
Flavor Profile
Sweet
Cola
Caramel
Citrusy
Alcohol Content
8-12% ABV (approx.)
Enjoy responsibly!
Fun Fact
The Rum and Coke became known as the 'Cuba Libre' (Free Cuba) after 1900, symbolizing Cuba's liberation during the Spanish-American War. American soldiers mixing rum and Coca-Cola in Cuba started the trend, often toasting 'Por Cuba Libre!'
Bartender's Tips
- 💡Experiment with different types of rum (e.g., spiced rum) for variations on the classic.
- 💡Adjust the ratio of rum to cola to your personal preference.
- 💡For a 'Diet Cuba Libre,' use diet cola.
- 💡Consider using a premium cola brand for a more refined flavor.
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