Cuban Cocktail No. 2 is a brandy-based mixed drink combining apple-flavored brandy, five-star brandy, and rum with fresh citrus juice. It's a smooth, balanced cocktail with vintage appeal.
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Shake with ice and strain into cocktail glass.
Cocktails are best served immediately after preparation. Pre-batched spirit mixture keeps indefinitely in a sealed bottle at room temperature.
cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon or long spoon · jigger for measuring · citrus juicer or hand squeezer
Apple brandy adds fruit flavor and sweetness, while five-star brandy (typically a grappa or eau-de-vie blend) provides backbone and warmth. Together they create a layered profile.
Fresh-squeezed is best for either; lime is more authentic to Cuban cocktails, but lemon works. Avoid bottled juice.
Start with 1/4 oz for a drier drink; use 1/2 oz if you prefer it sweeter and more citrus-forward. Taste and adjust.
Yes, mix the spirits and rum in a bottle ahead of time. Add fresh citrus juice and ice just before serving.
Serve in a coupe, cocktail glass, or small rocks glass with ice, depending on your preference.
