Gut Friendly Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
Cool, fizzy, and deeply chocolatey, this peppermint cocoa spritz is the kind of drink that feels indulgent without doing a number on your digestion. It leans on unsweetened cocoa powder and maple syrup as its sweetener, skipping refined sugars and artificial additives that can leave sensitive stomachs feeling off. The peppermint extract adds a bright, refreshing lift that makes every sip feel like a treat, and a pinch of fine salt quietly rounds out all the flavors. Blending everything together first ensures the cocoa fully dissolves before the sparkling water goes in, so you get a smooth, streak-free base with a satisfying effervescence. Pouring the chilled sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps the fizz alive, which means you get that lively, bubbly texture all the way to the last sip. Finish it with fresh mint leaves and a dusting of cocoa for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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