How to make Cuba libre at Home

Cuba libre

The national drink of Cuba celebrating its independence. There's more to it than just cola, rum and lime; it's the way you make it. Rum and Coke, or the Cuba libre, Spanish pronunciation is a highball cocktail consisting of cola, rum, and in many recipes lime juice on ice. Traditionally, the cola ingredient is Coca-Cola and the alcohol is a light rum such as Bacardi. However, the drink may be made with various types of rums and cola brands, and lime juice may or may not be included.

The cocktail originated in the early 20th century in Cuba, after the country won independence in the Spanish–American War. It subsequently became popular across Cuba, the United States, and other countries. Its simple recipe and inexpensive, ubiquitous ingredients have made it one of the world's most popular alcoholic drinks. Drink critics often consider the drink mediocre, but it has been noted for its historical significance.

 Equipment-Long glass

💨Ingredients:

  ·       1 parts Bacardi Oro

  ·       2 wedges of lime

  ·       2 parts cola

  ·       Cubed ice

💨Method:

  1.    To create this legendary cocktail, fill a glass with lots of ice

  2.    Squeeze and drop 2 lime wedges into the glass, coating the ice well with the juices (it all makes a difference)

  3.    Pour in the Bacardi Oro, top up with chilled cola and stir gently👌👌

   

    Safe drinking tips:

    It is federal law that anyone under the age of 21 does not consume alcoholic beverages. Lane County does not support underage drinking. This is merely an informational tool for people to use when deciding to drink.

 §  Know your limit & plan ahead.

 §  Eat food before and while you drink.

 §  Sip your drink (slow down).

 §  Skip a drink now and then and substitute with a non-alcoholic drink (another great tip is to have a glass of water with your drink, and sip on that between sips of your drink).

 §  Beware of unfamiliar drinks.

 §  Appoint a designated driver.

 §  Respect the rights of individuals who do not wish to drink.

 §  Keep track of how many drinks you are consuming.

 §  Space your drinks.

 §  Drink for quality vs. quantity.

 §  Avoid drinking games.

 §  Plan ahead for transportation — don’t drink and drive!

 §  Never accept a drink from someone you don’t know.

 §  When ordering a drink at the bar, watch the bartender make your drink so you can know how much alcohol you will be having.

 §  Alcohol and sex do not mix — drunken sex is not consensual sex.

§  Careful what you combine, most drugs and alcohol do not mix well. Be sure to read all warning label!