Cuba Libre Recipe

The Cuba Libre (Spanish for Free Cuba) originated around 1900 in Havana, Cuba during the Spanish-American War. Patriots aiding Cuba often toasted the West Indian Island and its freedom with this rum, cola, and lime cocktail.


Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:
    1-1/2 oz. dark or white rum
    Juice of half a lime
    Ice
    Cola

Preparation:
Fill a highball glass with ice. Add the ingredients. Stir and garnish with lime wedge.