Shaken Cuban Citrus Fizz
A lively cocktail that brightens Cuban-inspired flavors with fresh orange and lime juice, shaken with light rum and a splash of sparkling water for effervescence. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together light rum, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz light rum
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 oz sparkling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 2: Pour in 2 oz light rum, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a chilled Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Gently top with 1 oz sparkling water to add fizz and stir once to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish by expressing a thin strip of orange peel over the surface, twisting to release oils, then resting it on the rim.









