Rum and Coke  Darcy O'Neil :: November 6, 2007 6:07 PM  Rum and
cokeThe Internet is quickly becoming the place for highbrow
cocktail culture. As a group, discussions on the use of rare
ingredients, that most bartenders have never heard of, or the
nuances of a cocktail created in 1933 is not uncommon and may
actually be the norm. So, very rarely are discussions of basic
drinks brought up. Part of the goal of the Art of Drink is to
improve bartending, and drinks, as a whole, not just at the
elite level. This requires that I tackle some of the most basic
topics that, theoretically, shouldn't even require discussion.
But these basic topics do need discussion, because when I go
into a bar and order a rum and coke, I really, really shouldn't
leave disappointed. It's not like I asked for a Ramos Gin Fizz.
Rum and Coke Recipe (Cuba Libre)  1½ oz Rum 3 oz Coca Cola
What is the point you may ask? It's just a rum and Coke and who
really cares. Well, I do. If someone comes into a bar and orders
a simple drink, an