Minty Cuban Breeze

This sophisticated and refreshing cocktail, the Minty Cuban Breeze, is a delightful blend of aged dark rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and a hint of mint, topped off with the effervescence of Champagne. It's a perfect balance of sweet, citrusy, and herbal flavors, making it a great choice for any occasion.

Minty Cuban Breeze

A refreshing and sophisticated cocktail with aged rum, mint, lime, simple syrup, and Champagne.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 6-8 mint leaves
  • 1 1/2 ounces aged dark rum
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 3/4-1 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 2 ounces Champagne or dry sparkling wine
  • Garnish: mint leaf

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, muddle lime juice, simple syrup, and mint leaves.
  2. Add aged rum, Angostura bitters, and ice to the shaker.
  3. Shake the mixture until chilled.
  4. Double-strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Top the cocktail with Champagne or dry sparkling wine.
  6. Garnish the cocktail with a mint leaf.