Old Cuban
Created by Audrey Saunders at New York's Pegu Club in 2001. Aged rum, lime, mint and Angostura bitters are shaken, then crowned with champagne - an elegant, fizzy take on the mojito: crisp, aromatic and beautifully layered.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a Old Cuban?
A Old Cuban is made by shaken method in 5 step(s). 1) Place the mint leaves and simple syrup in a shaker and muddle gently three or four times to release the mint oils (do not shred the leaves, or they will turn bitter). 2) Add the aged rum, fresh lime juice and Angostura bitters, then fill the shaker with ice. 3) Shake hard for 12-15 seconds until the tin frosts over, then double-strain into a chilled coupe glass. 4) Slowly crown with chilled champagne, letting the bubbles rise and carry the aromas. 5) Garnish with a mint sprig, lightly slapped, resting on the surface. Full recipe on MixMyth (mixmyth.com).
What ingredients are in a Old Cuban?
A Old Cuban needs 7 ingredient(s): Aged rum 45ml, Fresh lime juice 20ml, Simple syrup 15ml, Mint leaves 6-8 slices, Angostura bitters 2 dashes, Champagne 60ml, Mint sprig 1 sprig (for garnish).
What does a Old Cuban taste like? How strong is it?
Flavor profile: Classic Balance, Citrus Fresh, Crisp, Herbal. Strength: <18% ABV.
What glass is a Old Cuban served in?
A Old Cuban is typically served in a coupe glass, prepared by the shaken method.
Ingredients
- Aged rum45ml
- Fresh lime juice20ml
- Simple syrup15ml
- Mint leaves6-8 slices
- Angostura bitters2 dashes
- Champagne60ml
- Mint sprig1 sprig (for garnish)
Steps
- Place the mint leaves and simple syrup in a shaker and muddle gently three or four times to release the mint oils (do not shred the leaves, or they will turn bitter).
- Add the aged rum, fresh lime juice and Angostura bitters, then fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake hard for 12-15 seconds until the tin frosts over, then double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Slowly crown with chilled champagne, letting the bubbles rise and carry the aromas.
- Garnish with a mint sprig, lightly slapped, resting on the surface.
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