“The White Cuban has no documented historical origin and is not a classic Cuban cocktail from any era. It is a modern, informal variation of the White Russian that emerged in the early 2000s through online forums and recipe sites. The drink represents a logical evolution where bartenders and home enthusiasts replaced the neutral vodka with more flavorful aged rum, creating a richer and more complex alternative. It belongs to the Craft Cocktail Renaissance movement, where there was greater focus on ingredient quality and flavor, making rum a superior choice over neutral vodka.”