The Cuban cocktail is soaring in popularity today as quickly as a new Bruce Springsteen song. The beverage is just as good, or maybe better, turned into a refreshing ice to serve after a spicy meal.
Warm the water, sugar, mint, and ¾ cup of the rum in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbles form at the rim. Remove the rum mixture from the heat and allow it to steep for 15 minutes. Strain the rum mixture and stir in the lime juice, remaining ¼ cup rum, and optional bitters.
Transfer the mixture to an ice cream maker and process according to the manufactur