Cuban Cocktail No. 2

Pro tips

• Use fresh-squeezed lime or lemon juice for brighter citrus flavor; bottled juice dulls the drink.
• Chill your glass before serving to keep the cocktail cold longer without over-dilution.
• Measure spirits precisely using a jigger—the 1/2 oz apricot brandy and 1/2 oz rum balance the 1.5 oz Five Star Brandy.
• Stir all ingredients with ice for 10–15 seconds to achieve proper dilution before straining.

Substitutions

• Mr. Boston Apricot Flavored Brandy → apricot liqueur like Marie Brizard (note: adjust sweetness to taste)
• Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy → Cognac or other quality blended brandy (note: Cognac will be richer and more expensive)
• Lime juice → lemon juice (note: lemon is slightly more tart; use the same quantity)

Equipment

jigger · mixing glass or cocktail shaker · bar spoon · strainer · coupe glass or cocktail glass

What type of brandy is best for this cocktail?

The recipe calls for Mr. Boston Five Star Brandy, which is an accessible blended brandy. Any quality blended brandy works as a substitute.

Should this cocktail be served over ice?

Yes, serve over ice in a coupe or cocktail glass for proper dilution and temperature.

Can I use lime and lemon juice together?

Yes, using both adds complexity; adjust quantities to taste, keeping total citrus juice at 1/2 to 1/4 oz.

Is this cocktail sweet or strong?

It's balanced—the apricot brandy adds sweetness while the Five Star Brandy and rum provide structure and warmth.