Yeast Free Peppermint Cocoa Spritz
This cool, chocolatey drink hits like a peppermint patty in a glass — rich, refreshing, and just a little indulgent without any of the fuss. The base comes together in a blender with cocoa powder, maple syrup, a splash of peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt, then gets topped off with chilled sparkling water for a satisfying fizz. Because everything here is naturally free of yeast and fermented ingredients, it's a genuinely worry-free treat that doesn't require any label-squinting or substitutions. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass keeps the bubbles lively, so every sip has that light, effervescent lift. A dusting of cocoa powder and a few fresh mint leaves on top make it look like something you'd order at a fancy café — but it comes together in under five minutes at home. It's the kind of drink that works equally well as an afternoon pick-me-up or a festive mocktail for a crowd.
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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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