Cocacola Recipe

1. Chill and prepare

Chill a tall glass in the refrigerator for a few minutes or fill it with ice to cool. If using store-bought cola syrup, have it measured and ready. If you are using bottled carbonated water, ensure it is well chilled as carbonation is best when cold.

2. Assemble

Add the ice cubes to the chilled glass. Pour in 1 fl oz of cola syrup over the ice.

3. Top with carbonated water

Carefully pour 12 fl oz of chilled carbonated water into the glass over the back of a spoon or down the side to preserve carbonation and reduce foaming. Stir gently once with a long spoon to combine syrup and water without flattening the soda.

4. Serve

Serve immediately so the drink remains fizzy. Optionally garnish with a lime or lemon wedge and a mint sprig.

5. Squeeze a lime or lemon wedge into the finished drink for brightness, then drop the wedge into the glass. Clap the mint sprig between your palms to release aroma and add as garnish. Stir briefly and enjoy.