Virgin Cuba Libre
The Virgin Cuba Libre is an alcohol-free Cuba Libre mocktail, sweet on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
- Alcohol-free
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 34 out of 100
- Sweet
- 94 out of 100
- Fruity
- 8 out of 100
- Bitter
- 34 out of 100
- Boozy
- 0 out of 100
How to make a Virgin Cuba Libre
To make a Virgin Cuba Libre, build over ice in a highball glass: ½ oz lime and 5 oz coca-cola.
Contains no alcohol as written. If you need to avoid alcohol completely, check labels: some products sold as non-alcoholic, like beers, wines and bitters, can contain small amounts.
You'll need
The cocktail version: the Cuba Libre.
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in lime juice.
- 3
Top with Coca-Cola.
- 4
Give it one gentle stir.
Why build it in the glass? Nothing here needs shaking, and pouring straight in keeps the Coca-Cola fizzy.
Virgin Cuba Libre questions
What does a Virgin Cuba Libre taste like?
Mostly sweet. It's a non-alcoholic drink.
What's the difference between a Virgin Cuba Libre and a Cuba Libre?
Both use lime and coca-cola. The Cuba Libre uses light rum. The Cuba Libre is the stronger of the two.
Can I make Virgin Cuba Libres in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 3 oz lime in a jug and chill it. Top each glass with coca-cola as you serve, so it stays fizzy.
What glass do you serve a Virgin Cuba Libre in?
A highball glass.