Breastfeeding Friendly Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
Cool, fizzy, and chocolatey with a bright hit of peppermint, this sparkling drink feels like a treat without any of the ingredients you might be second-guessing right now. It's sweetened with maple syrup and gets its rich depth from unsweetened cocoa powder — no artificial flavors, no caffeine overload, just a refreshing sip that actually makes sense for where you are in life. The peppermint extract keeps things lively, and the slow pour of chilled sparkling water down the side of the glass locks in that satisfying fizz. Blending everything together first means the cocoa fully incorporates instead of clumping at the bottom, so every sip is smooth and consistent. A dusting of cocoa and a few fresh mint leaves on top make it look genuinely impressive for something that comes together in under five minutes. It's the kind of drink that feels indulgent enough to look forward to but is simple enough to make one-handed — which, let's be honest, is exactly what you need right now.
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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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