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What’s The Coca Cola Recipe

A homemade version of the iconic cola flavor, perfect for refreshing summer drinks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of caramel color
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon of orange zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon of lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon of caffeine optional

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Strainer or cheesecloth
  • Bottle or jar for storage
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, mix the sugar and water together until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until it begins to simmer.
  3. Stir in the caramel color.
  4. Add the vanilla extract, lime juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and zests.
  5. Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
  7. Let the strained syrup cool to room temperature.
  8. Combine the syrup with chilled carbonated water to your desired taste.

Notes

Serve your homemade cola over ice for a refreshing treat.