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Cuba Libra

Cuba Libra is a cocktail made with Dark Rum, Lime, Coca-Cola, and Ice. It is served in a Highball Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic18.6% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

187 kcalCalories
18.6%ABV
6.9gSugar
9.5gCarbs
1.64Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 4 ingredients, requires rimmed glass

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

  • 1-2 shotDark rumBase Spirit
  • SqueezeLimeFruit
  • Fill withCoca-ColaMixer
  • as neededIceDilution

How to Make It

  1. Fill tall glass with ice cubes.Fill
  2. Add rum.Add
  3. Rub cut edge of lime on rim of glass then squeeze juice into glass.Rim
  4. Fill with Coca-Cola.Fill
  5. Garnish with lime slice.Garnish
  6. Enjoy!

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Cubed ice
Served Chilled

Taste

What does Cuba Libra taste like?

Cuba Libra is a longer, more refreshing style of drink. Bubbles, citrus, mixer or dilution help make it easier to sip than a short spirit-forward cocktail.

Primary flavours

ColaSparkling

Supporting notes

CaramelCitrusMolassesSpiceVanilla

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

What do these dimensions mean?

Practical notes

Variations

Easy ways to adjust Cuba Libra

For a lighter version, use more soda, mixer or ice. For a stronger version, keep the same flavor balance but reduce the length so the drink stays structured.

When to choose it

How to decide if Cuba Libra is right for you

Cuba Libra is a good fit when you want a longer, colder and easier-drinking cocktail. Choose it for refreshment rather than intensity. The listed serve is about 18.6% ABV, so strength is part of the decision.

Skip if

Skip Cuba Libra if...

Skip Cuba Libra if you want a short, intense or spirit-forward cocktail. Longer refreshing drinks are built for cold drinkability rather than concentrated strength.

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Dark Rum1-2 shot

Aged RumWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener.
What changes
Aged rum can replace dark rum when a somewhat drier, oak-led profile is acceptable.
Light RumWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; expect less depth and dark sugar character.
What changes
Light rum can replace dark rum only when a lighter, cleaner result is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Coca-ColaFill with

ColaGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Cola is usually a close substitute for Coca-Cola in mixed drinks.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I make a Cuba Libra at home?
Yes. The Cuba Libra uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.