Diet Coke Recipe

Time5m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare glass
Select a clean highball or tall glass. If you prefer a colder drink, chill the glass briefly in the freezer or refrigerator for 5–10 minutes before serving.
2
Add ice
Fill the glass with about 6 ice cubes, leaving enough room for the soda (around 1–2 inches from the rim). Using chilled Diet Coke and a chilled glass minimizes dilution.
3
Pour Diet Coke
Hold the glass at a slight angle and slowly pour 12 oz of chilled Diet Coke over the ice to preserve carbonation. Pour gently down the side of the glass if possible to reduce foaming.
4
Garnish (optional)
If desired, squeeze a lime wedge lightly over the drink and drop the wedge into the glass. Optionally tuck a mint sprig against the inner rim for aroma. Stir once gently with a bar spoon or straw to combine any garnish flavor without flattening the soda.
5
Serve immediately with a straw or bar spoon. Enjoy cold. If making for multiple people, scale quantities and pour individually to preserve carbonation.

6
Use the bar spoon or straw for a gentle stir. Return any unused garnish to refrigeration until needed.