Diet Coca-cola Recipe
Carbonated Water, Syrup (Water, Caramel Color, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Saccharin, Natural Flavors)
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Ingredients
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Carbonated Base
Syrup Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Syrup
- 1
Mix Water and Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine 100 ml of water with 2 tablespoons of caramel color, 1 teaspoon of phosphoric acid, and 1 teaspoon of sodium saccharin. Stir well to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
- 2
Heat the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes to ensure the flavors meld together.
- 3
Cool the Syrup
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature. Once cooled, add 1 teaspoon of natural flavors and stir well.
Combining the Drink
- 4
Combine Syrup and Carbonated Water
In a large pitcher, pour in the 1 liter of carbonated water. Gradually add the cooled syrup mixture to the carbonated water, stirring gently to combine without losing carbonation.
- 5
Serve
Pour the Diet Coca-Cola into glasses filled with ice, if desired. Enjoy your homemade Diet Coca-Cola!
