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Coca-Cola Inspired Beverage

A refreshing, homemade beverage inspired by the classic Coca-Cola taste, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon of lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons of cola syrup store-bought or homemade
  • Carbonated water or soda water to top off

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Stirring spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. In a large pitcher, combine the water and sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and lime juice to the syrup.
  3. Stir in the cola syrup until well mixed.
  4. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Fill glasses with ice cubes.
  6. Pour the chilled syrup mixture into the prepared glasses.
  7. Top each glass with carbonated water or soda water.
  8. Gently stir the drink to combine and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to garnish with a slice of lemon or lime for an extra touch.