Old Cuban
A modern classic that marries aged rum with sparkling wine, the Old Cuban evokes rum’s elegance and the Champagne toast culture. It’s frequently featured as a sophisticated, bubbly alternative to similar rum cocktails.
Calories
200 kcal
Alcohol
Content
12%
Serving
1
Ingredients
Aged rum : 45 ml
Fresh lime juice : 22.5 ml
Simple syrup : 15 ml
Champagne or sparkling wine : 60–90 ml to top
Angostura bitters : 2 dash es
Garnish :Mint sprig
Tools
Shaker
jigger
fine strainer
Glassware :Champagne flute or coupe
Steps
Lightly chill your flute or coupe while you prepare the cocktail.
In a shaker, combine 45 ml aged rum, 22.5 ml fresh lime juice, 15 ml simple syrup and two dashes of Angostura bitters.
Add ice and shake vigorously for 8–12 seconds until chilled.
Fine-strain into the chilled flute or coupe.
Top with 60–90 ml chilled Champagne or sparkling wine, pouring gently to preserve effervescence.
Slap a mint sprig to release aroma and garnish; serve immediately.
