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Receta Cuba Libre – Not just a Cocktail but a Story of Bacardi, Coca Cola and Cuba
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 84g | |
| Calories 139 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.06g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.01g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 30mg | 1% |
| Total Carbs 2.97g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 3% |
| Sugars 0.48g | 0% |
| Protein 0.2g | 0% |
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