Coke Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Homemade Coke
Method
Directions to Prepare Homemade Coke
- 1
Prepare the Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, 1.5 cups of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar. Stir over medium heat until the sugars are fully dissolved.
- 2
Add Color and Flavor
Once the sugar is dissolved, add 2 tablespoons of caramel color, 1 teaspoon of citric acid, and if desired, 0.1 teaspoon of caffeine. Stir well to combine.
- 3
Incorporate Natural Flavors
Add 1 tablespoon of your chosen natural flavoring extract (such as vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, or orange zest) to the syrup mixture. Mix thoroughly.
- 4
Preserve the Syrup
Add 0.1 teaspoon of sodium benzoate to the syrup to act as a preservative. Stir again to ensure everything is well combined.
- 5
Cool the Syrup
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
- 6
Mix with Carbonated Water
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled syrup with 4 cups of carbonated water. Stir gently to combine without losing carbonation.
- 7
Serve
Pour the homemade Coke into glasses filled with ice. Enjoy your refreshing drink!