Coconut Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This fizzy, chocolatey drink is the kind of thing that feels indulgent without requiring much effort at all — cool, minty, and just sweet enough to satisfy a craving. Many store-bought flavored sparkling drinks and cocoa mixes sneak in coconut-derived ingredients like coconut sugar or coconut water, so making your own is a genuinely smart move. Here, maple syrup does the sweetening, unsweetened cocoa brings the depth, and a touch of peppermint extract ties it all together in the most refreshing way. Blending the cocoa base first is the key step — it fully dissolves the powder and creates a silky, streak-free mixture before the sparkling water ever enters the picture. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps every sip lively and bubbly rather than flat. A dusting of cocoa and a few fresh mint leaves on top make it look like something you'd order at a café, but it comes together in your own kitchen in minutes. It's an easy win for anyone who wants a fun, festive drink they can actually trust.
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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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