Diet Pepsi Recipe

Time5m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Chill and measure
Chill the carbonated water and syrup in the refrigerator (or use chilled seltzer and syrup). Measure 12 oz of chilled carbonated water and 1.5 oz of diet cola syrup (adjust according to syrup manufacturer's recommended ratio).
2
Mix gently
Pour the measured diet cola syrup into a tall chilled glass or a mixing pitcher. Slowly add the 12 oz of chilled carbonated water over the back of a spoon or down the side of the glass to minimize foaming and preserve carbonation. Stir gently once with a long spoon just until combined (one or two gentle strokes). Avoid vigorous stirring to preserve fizziness.

3
If using ice: fill the serving glass about two-thirds with ice cubes. Pour the mixed Diet Pepsi over the ice. Note that ice will dilute the drink slightly as it melts.
4
If using citrus: squeeze a lemon or lime wedge lightly over the top for a hint of citrus, then drop the wedge into the glass if desired. Start with one wedge and adjust to taste.
5
If using mint: clap a mint sprig between your palms to release oils and either float it on top of the drink or tuck it beside the glass for aroma.
6
Serve immediately: serve the Diet Pepsi immediately while still well carbonated and cold. Provide a straw or stirring spoon if desired.