Beef Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This chilled, chocolatey spritz is the kind of drink that feels indulgent but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a blender and a handful of pantry staples. The combination of unsweetened cocoa, cool peppermint extract, and maple syrup creates a rich, minty base that gets lifted by a generous pour of sparkling water for a satisfying fizz in every sip. Blending the cocoa with cold water and ice first is the smart move here — it fully emulsifies everything so you get a silky, streak-free mixture rather than a gritty, clumpy mess. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps the bubbles alive, which makes a real difference in the final texture. A dusting of cocoa powder and a few fresh mint leaves on top turn it into something that looks genuinely impressive with almost zero extra effort. Every single ingredient in this recipe is plant-based and naturally free from animal products, so there is absolutely nothing to second-guess before you blend. It is the perfect thing to whip up when you want something that feels a little special without any fuss.
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2 servings
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup plain sparkling water, chilled
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
For serving
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
- 1 tsp cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, peppermint extract, cold water, ice cubes, and salt to a blender. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and uniformly combined with no visible cocoa streaks.
- 2
Divide the blended mixture evenly between two tall glasses. Pour 1/2 cup of chilled sparkling water into each glass, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve the fizz.
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