MSG Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This chilled, chocolatey drink hits every note you want from a festive sip — rich cocoa, cool peppermint, and a satisfying fizz that makes it feel genuinely special. Every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, so you never have to second-guess what's actually in your glass. Maple syrup does the sweetening naturally, and a tiny pinch of salt rounds out the chocolate flavor in a way that's surprisingly effective. The blender step is the secret weapon — it fully emulsifies the cocoa so you get a silky, streak-free base before the sparkling water ever touches it. Pouring the fizzy water slowly down the side of the glass keeps the bubbles lively, which makes the whole drink feel more like something you'd order at a café than something you whipped up at home in under five minutes. A few fresh mint leaves and a dusting of cocoa on top take it from casual to genuinely impressive without any extra effort.
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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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