A boat is a major lifestyle upgrade, a buoyant symbol of freedom and adventure, and sure, you could celebrate its acquisition by shattering a bottle of bubbly over the bow. That is, if you don’t mind sweeping up broken glass, possibly damaging the boat, and wasting perfectly good booze. Instead, relish that champagne in a delicious cocktail that further hoists the sailing theme with rum and lime. Distribute a round from the galley as the sun sets and seal your reputation not just as captain of the ship, but commodore of cocktails.
Drinks
Old Cuban
A sparkling way to celebrate your new vessel
photo: Margaret Houston
Ingredients
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1½ oz. aged rum, like Flor de Caña
¾ oz. lime juice
¾ oz. simple syrup
4–5 fresh mint leaves, for garnish
2 dashes Angostura bitters
3 oz. champagne
Preparation
In a shaker, combine all ingredients except champagne. Add ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a champagne flute. Top with champagne and garnish with a fresh mint sprig.
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