Diet Coke Recipe
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Ingredients
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Drink
Method
Make Drink
Chill and prepare glass
Place a serving glass in the refrigerator or freezer for 5–10 minutes beforehand if you want an extra-cold drink. If you prefer, run the glass under cold water and tumble-dry with ice to chill immediately.
Add ice
Fill the chilled glass with about 6 ice cubes, leaving room at the top for the soda (approximately 1–1.5 inches of headspace). Adjust ice amount to preference.
Pour Diet Coke
Slowly pour 12 oz of chilled Diet Coke over the ice down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation and minimize foaming. Pour gently until the liquid reaches just below the rim.
Garnish (optional)
If desired, garnish with a lime wedge on the rim or a lemon twist added to the drink. Squeeze the lime wedge into the soda for a brighter citrus note, then drop it in.
Serve immediately with a straw or stirring stick. Consume while cold to enjoy best carbonation and flavor.