Diet Pepsi Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Carbonated Water Base
Start by pouring 1 liter of carbonated water into a large mixing jug or bowl.
- 2
Add Sweetener
Add 0.02 cups of your chosen diet sweetener to the carbonated water. Stir gently until fully dissolved.
- 3
Incorporate Caffeine
Add 0.01 cups of caffeine to the mixture and stir until combined.
- 4
Mix Natural Flavors
Add 0.005 cups of natural flavors to the mixture. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
- 5
Add Acids
Incorporate 0.005 cups of citric acid and 0.005 cups of phosphoric acid into the mixture. Stir until fully integrated.
- 6
Include Preservative
Add 0.002 cups of sodium benzoate as a preservative and mix thoroughly.
- 7
Optional Coloring
If desired, add 0.001 cups of food coloring to achieve the desired shade. Mix until the color is uniform.
- 8
Final Mixing
Carefully stir the mixture one last time to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- 9
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes before serving. Pour over ice and enjoy your homemade Diet Pepsi!