Cocktails
Cuba Libre
Cuba Libre is an alcoholic cocktail built on Light Rum. It leans cola and sparkling. Built and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 15.8% ABV and roughly 178 kcal (estimated per recipe).
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Why: 3 ingredients
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How to Make It
- Build all ingredients in a Collins glass filled with ice.Built
- Garnish with lime wedge.Garnish
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
- Method
- Built
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Estimated sensory profile
- Bright and citrusy
When to serve
- SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.
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Light Rum2 oz
Coca-Colato taste
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Cuba Libre?
- The Cuba Libre is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 15.8%. A standard serving contains approximately 178 calories.
- What does a Cuba Libre taste like?
- Cuba Libre has a flavour profile featuring Cola, Sparkling, Citrus, Vanilla. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- How strong is a Cuba Libre?
- The Cuba Libre has an ABV of approximately 15.8%. That's approximately 1.46 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 178 kcal, 9.8g sugar, 11.1g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
- When is a Cuba Libre typically served?
- Cuba Libre is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Cuba Libre?
- If you enjoy Cuba Libre, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
- Can I make a Cuba Libre at home?
- Yes. The Cuba Libre uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
- How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
- Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Cuba Libre with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.