Diet Coke Recipe

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.

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.

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.

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.

Serve immediately with a straw or bar spoon. Enjoy cold. If making for multiple people, scale quantities and pour individually to preserve carbonation.

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