• Ice cubes
  120 ml (4 oz)

  Enough to fill the glass
• White rum
  60 ml (2 oz)

  Preferably Cuban-style
• Coffee liqueur
  30 ml (1 oz)

  Kahlúa or similar
• Heavy cream
  30 ml (1 oz)

  Half-and-half works in a pinch

• Rocks glass
• Bar spoon
• Jigger
• Ice

1. 1

   Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.

2. 2

   Pour 2 oz white rum and 1 oz coffee liqueur over the ice.

3. 3

   Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.

4. 4

   Slowly float 1 oz heavy cream on top by pouring it over the back of a spoon for a layered effect, or stir in for a uniform creamy color.

5. 5

   Garnish and serve immediately.

• Creamy, indulgent flavor with a tropical edge
• Super easy to mix—perfect for beginners
• Great alternative to the classic White Russian
• Versatile: enjoy it over ice or blended
• A crowd-pleaser at parties or dessert hours

The White Cuban is a modern riff on the ever-popular White Russian, blending the essence of Cuba's legendary rum culture with the creamy, comforting flavors of the original. This cocktail likely emerged as bartenders experimented with swapping vodka for rum, especially as craft cocktail culture began embracing rum's versatility. Its name is both a playful nod to its Russian predecessor and a celebration of Cuba’s storied role in cocktail history. While not yet a classic, the White Cuban is quickly winning fans among those who love a sweet, smooth, and slightly tropical twist on familiar favorites.