Ginger Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This fizzy, chocolatey drink is the kind of treat that feels indulgent but comes together in minutes with just a blender and a handful of pantry staples. The combination of rich cocoa, cool peppermint, and maple syrup creates a flavor that's deeply satisfying — like a peppermint mocha met a sparkling lemonade and decided to be something better. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps every sip lively and effervescent, so the texture is just as fun as the taste. For anyone navigating a ginger-free lifestyle, this is the kind of refreshing, spiced-adjacent drink that hits that same cozy-but-cool note without a trace of the root. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, which means no label-scanning stress and no surprises. Dust the top with a little extra cocoa powder and tuck in a sprig of fresh mint, and it looks genuinely impressive for something so effortless. Make it for a weekend brunch, a movie night, or honestly just a Tuesday when you want something a little special.
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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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