Diet Coke Recipe
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Ingredients
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Beverage
Garnish (optional)
Method
Beverage
- 1
Chill and prepare glass
Place a highball or tall glass in the refrigerator or freezer for a few minutes to chill, or fill it with ice to cool while you prepare ingredients.
- 2
Add ice
Fill the chilled glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes (roughly 1 cup). Using plenty of ice keeps the drink cold and reduces dilution from melting.
- 3
Measure and pour diet cola concentrate
Measure 1.5 fl oz of diet cola syrup or concentrate (adjust 1–2 fl oz to taste depending on brand strength). Pour the syrup directly over the ice in the glass.
- 4
Top with cold carbonated water
Slowly pour 12 fl oz of very cold carbonated water (club soda or seltzer) into the glass over the back of a spoon or down the side to preserve carbonation. Pour gently to avoid excessive foaming.
- 5
Stir gently
Using a long bar spoon or straw, gently stir the mixture 2–3 times to incorporate syrup and carbonated water without flattening the bubbles.
- 6
Adjust sweetness and flavor (optional)
Taste and, if desired, add another 0.25–0.5 fl oz diet cola concentrate for a stronger cola flavor, or a few drops of lime juice for brightness. Stir once more gently.
- 7
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a lime wedge or slice on the rim and an optional mint sprig. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.
Garnish (optional)
- 8
Cut a thin lime wheel or wedge and place on the glass rim, or drop into the drink. Clap a mint sprig between your palms to release aromatics and place atop the drink for a fresh scent.