Wheat Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
Cool, fizzy, and deeply chocolatey, this peppermint cocoa spritz is the kind of drink that feels indulgent without any of the fuss. Unsweetened cocoa powder and maple syrup come together in the blender to create a rich, smooth base, while a touch of peppermint extract gives it that refreshing, candy-cane-cool finish. The sparkling water gets poured in slowly down the side of the glass so every sip stays perfectly bubbly. It's naturally free from wheat and grain-based ingredients — no swaps or substitutions needed, just a clean, simple ingredient list from start to finish. That makes it a genuinely easy choice when you're navigating a wheat-free lifestyle and still want something that feels a little special. A dusting of cocoa powder and a few fresh mint leaves on top make it look like something you'd order at a trendy café, but it comes together in under five minutes at home. Serve it immediately while the fizz is still lively and the ice is cold.
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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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