Old Cuban
Rum · Shake · Coupe Glass
Old Cuban Recipe
Old Cuban is a classic rum cocktail made with Aged Rum, Fresh Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Angostura Bitters. Learn how to make this shake cocktail with its ingredients, glass, garnish, flavor profile, and history.
The Old Cuban is like an elegant version of the Mojito, combining aged rum, mint, lime, bitters, and Champagne for a more mature, sparkling sweet-and-sour profile. Aged rum provides notes of caramel and vanilla, Champagne adds a dry and refined texture, while mint preserves the refreshing spirit of a Cuban highball.
Ingredients
- Aged Rum 45ml
- Fresh Lime Juice 22.5ml
- Simple Syrup 30ml
- Angostura Bitters 2 dashes
- Fresh Mint Leaves 6-8 片
- Champagne 60ml
Garnish: Mint Leaf
Flavor: Sweet Citrus Minty Effervescent
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in an Old Cuban?
Old Cuban is made with 45ml Aged Rum, 22.5ml Fresh Lime Juice, 30ml Simple Syrup, 2 dashes Angostura Bitters, 6-8 片 Fresh Mint Leaves, 60ml Champagne. It is garnished with mint leaf.
How do you make an Old Cuban?
Make an Old Cuban using the shake technique and serve it in a Coupe Glass, garnished with mint leaf.
What spirit is an Old Cuban made with?
Old Cuban is a rum-based cocktail with a medium strength.
What does an Old Cuban taste like?
A Mojito elevated with Champagne and bitters for a refreshing yet sophisticated maturity. Key flavors: sweet, citrus, minty, effervescent.