Pecan Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This cool, fizzy drink hits like a peppermint mocha in slushy, sparkling form — and it comes together in under a minute with a blender. Unsweetened cocoa powder and maple syrup give it a rich, chocolatey backbone, while peppermint extract keeps every sip bright and refreshing. A splash of chilled sparkling water poured gently down the side of the glass adds that satisfying effervescence without losing the fizz. The pinch of fine salt is a small but mighty touch that rounds out the sweetness and makes the chocolate flavor pop. Tree nut concerns can make a lot of café-style drinks feel off-limits, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify at a glance. Dust the top with a little extra cocoa powder and tuck in a sprig of fresh mint for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required. It's the kind of drink that feels like a treat without any of the usual guesswork.
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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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