How to Make Old Cuban - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Old Cuban cocktail is a delicious and sophisticated drink that combines the flavors of rum, lime, mint, and champagne. It's a perfect combination of classic and modern, with its roots in traditional Cuban cocktails and a refreshing twist that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a cocktail party, enjoying a night out on the town, or simply looking for a new and exciting drink to try, the Old Cuban is sure to impress.

Originating in New York City, the Old Cuban was c...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ fluid ounce lime juice
  • 9 fresh mint leaves, divided
  • 2 fluid ounces dark spiced rum
  • 1 ½ fluid ounces simple syrup
  • 2 dashes bitters, or more to taste
  • ice cubes
  • 1 slice lime
  • 2 fluid ounces Champagne, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 cocktail

  • Gently muddle lime juice with 8 mint leaves in a shaker using a wooden spoon or cocktail muddler.
  • Add rum, simple syrup, bitters, and a handful of ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into a cocktail glass and top with Champagne. Garnish with a slice of lime and the remaining mint leaf.
  • Nutrition

    303 cal.

    • Sodium: 13mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 100mg