Upgrade To M1 – Bottled Soda Recipe
Make Upgrade To M1 – Bottled Soda Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Soda Base
Coloring & Sweetening
Flavoring Options
Method
Preparation of Soda Base
- 1
Mix Carbonated Water
In a large mixing bowl, pour 4 cups of carbonated water and let it sit to maintain its fizz.
- 2
Add Sweetener
Slowly add 1 cup of high fructose corn syrup to the carbonated water while stirring gently to combine.
- 3
Incorporate Flavorings
Add 1 tsp of natural flavoring extract and 1 tsp of citric acid to the mixture. Stir until fully dissolved.
- 4
Add Caffeine (Optional)
If desired, add 50 mg of caffeine to the mixture and stir to incorporate.
Coloring & Sweetening
- 5
Incorporate Caramel Color
Add 1 tsp of caramel color to the soda base and mix thoroughly to achieve a consistent color.
- 6
Add Food Coloring (Optional)
If you desire a brighter color, add 2 drops of food coloring and mix until the desired shade is achieved.
Flavoring Options
- 7
Choose Flavoring
Select your preferred flavoring. For a vanilla soda, add 1 tsp of vanilla extract. For a citrus soda, add 2 tbs of lemon juice and 2 tbs of lime juice.
- 8
Mix and Chill
Stir the mixture well after adding the flavoring and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before bottling.