Cuba Libre
More than a rum and Coke — the lime juice is what defines it. A simple three-part build that scales linearly, ideal for pre-mixing the rum-and-lime base and topping with cola to keep the carbonation fresh.
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How to make it
Built in the glass · Easy · about 2 minutes
- 1
Add the white rum and lime juice to the highball glass and fill with ice.
- 2
Top with the cola.
- 3
Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Garnish with lime wedge.
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This example makes 12 servings with added water at 0% of the full recipe volume before dilution. This is a planning assumption; water from ice at service is not predicted. Edit this recipe and create a purchase sheet → See the pre-calculated 24-serve batch →
| Ingredient | × 12 | mL |
|---|---|---|
| White rum | 24.0 oz | 710 |
| Cola | 48.0 oz | 1420 |
| Lime juice | 6.0 oz | 177 |
BatchPour tools produce estimates for planning purposes only. Actual dilution, ABV, and ingredient yields vary by technique, ice temperature, and produce. Always taste and adjust. Drink responsibly.
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Cuba Libre FAQ
What's in a Cuba Libre?
A classic Cuba Libre is made with white rum, cola, lime juice. It's built in the glass and served in a highball glass.
What is the ABV of a Cuba Libre?
The listed ingredients calculate to approximately 12.3% ABV before added water or ice melt, with approximately 1.33 US standard drinks per serving. Water lowers the concentration but does not change the alcohol quantity.
Should I shake or stir a Cuba Libre?
Neither — the Cuba Libre is built right in the glass, so no shaker or mixing glass is needed.
How do I batch Cuba Libres for a party?
Scale each ingredient by your number of servings. Open this recipe in the batch planner to choose added water, package sizes and ingredients to hold for service. Preset water percentages are planning assumptions applied to all recipe liquid before dilution, not predictions of ice melt.