Diet Coke Recipe
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Ingredients
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Drink
Glassware & Garnish
Method
Prepare and Serve
- 1
Chill ingredients
Ensure the Diet Coke is well chilled (refrigerated) before serving for best taste. Use cold ice from the freezer.
- 2
Add ice to glass
Fill the highball or Collins glass about three-quarters full with 5–7 ice cubes (approximately 6 cubes). Adjust to preference for dilution/coldness.
- 3
Pour Diet Coke
Slowly pour 12 fl oz (about one standard can or bottle serving) of chilled Diet Coca‑Cola over the ice. Pour gently down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation and reduce foaming.
- 4
Stir gently
Use the long spoon to give one gentle stir (2–3 slow rotations) to integrate temperature while minimizing CO2 loss.
- 5
Garnish (optional)
If desired, add a lime wedge on the rim or squeeze a small amount of lime into the drink and drop the wedge in. You may also add a maraschino cherry for a classic diner touch.
- 6
Serve immediately with a straw or sip directly. Replace ice as it melts to maintain temperature and taste.