Coke Recipe

Choose and chill glass

Select a tall highball or pint glass. If you prefer your Coke extra cold, place the glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes beforehand.

If using crushed ice, fill the glass about halfway with crushed ice (about 1/2 cup). Otherwise, add 1 cup of regular ice cubes to the glass so the drink stays cold without diluting too quickly.

Open and pour

Open a chilled 12 fl oz bottle or can of Coca‑Cola (or your preferred cola). To preserve carbonation, pour gently down the side of the glass at a slight angle so the cola flows smoothly and foaming is minimized.

Stop pouring when the cola reaches about 1/2 inch (1 cm) below the rim to avoid spillage and to leave space for garnishes or a straw.

Add citrus

If using a lime or lemon wedge, squeeze the wedge over the drink to release a little juice, then drop the wedge into the glass for aroma and appearance.

Add vanilla or cherry

For a vanilla cola variation, stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla syrup gently. For a classic diner touch, drop a maraschino cherry into the glass.

Give the drink one gentle stir with a long spoon or straw to distribute any added syrup or citrus without flattening the carbonation.

Serve immediately with a straw or a stirrer. Enjoy while cold to appreciate the carbonation and flavor.

Note: If you used a frozen glass or crushed ice, the Coke will stay colder longer but may dilute slightly as the ice melts.