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A coupe glass filled with a light pink sparkling old Cuban cocktail, garnished with a lime wedge and fresh mint sprig, sits on a light surface with another similar drink blurred in the background.
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The Old Cuban Cocktail Recipe

5 from 5 votes
A modern classic drink, The Old Cuban cocktail recipe, a fancy upgrade from the popular Mojito.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Calories: 242

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ oz rum
  • ¾ oz lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • Mint leaves 6 - 8, plus extra for garnish
  • Angostura bitters a couple of dashes
  • 2 oz Prosecco or Champagne
  • Lime slices or wedges to garnish

Method
 

  1. In a mixing glass or shaker, muddle the lime juice, syrup, and mint.
  2. Add in the rum, bitters, and the ice. Shake.
  3. Strain into a (coupe) glass, and top off with the Prosecco or Champagne.
  4. Garnish with mint leaves and lime slices, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 25mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15g

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