Coke Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Chill glass
Place a highball or Collins glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes or fill it with ice and water while preparing to chill it quickly.
2
If you used ice and water to chill, discard the water and add fresh ice cubes to the glass (about 6 cubes).
3
Pour 12 fl oz (one standard can) of chilled Coca‑Cola slowly into the glass over the ice to preserve carbonation.
4
Gently stir once with a bar spoon or straw to distribute temperature; avoid vigorous stirring to keep fizz.
5
Garnish with a lime or lemon wedge if desired—squeeze lightly over the drink and drop it in.
6
Serve immediately with a straw or sip from the glass.

7
Make simple syrup
Combine 0.25 cups water and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until the sugar fully dissolves and the liquid is clear, about 2–3 minutes. Do not boil. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
8
Stir in 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract after cooling to add a hint of cola-like flavor. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
9
To adjust a prepared Coca‑Cola: add 1/4 teaspoon to 1/2 teaspoon of the syrup to a 12 fl oz glass of Coke to slightly alter sweetness or flavor, stir gently, and taste. Add more only if desired.