Homemade Coke Inspired by Corey B

Ingredients

• 2 cups Coconut Sugar (packed)
• 2 cups Water (room temperature)
• 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks (whole)
• 1 tsp Lime Zest (freshly grated skin only, no white pith)
• 1 tsp Lemon Zest (freshly grated skin only)
• 1 tsp Orange Zest (freshly grated skin only)
• 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp Ground Coriander
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla)
• 5 dashes Angostura Bitters

Instructions

1. Melt Coconut Sugar

   Place the saucepan over medium‑low heat, add the coconut sugar and stir constantly until the sugar fully melts and the mixture becomes thick and sticky.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium low

2. Add Water and Bring to Simmer

   Slowly pour in the 2 cups of water while stirring, then increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

3. Infuse Citrus and Spices

   Add the cinnamon sticks, lime zest, lemon zest, orange zest, ground nutmeg and ground coriander. Simmer for 5‑10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid thickens slightly and the aromas are strong.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: medium

4. Strain the Syrup

   Remove the pan from heat and pour the hot mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a heat‑resistant bowl, discarding the solids.

   Time: PT2M

5. Add Flavor Finishing

   Stir in the vanilla extract and the 5 dashes of Angostura bitters until fully incorporated.

   Time: PT1M

6. Cool the Concentrate

   Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Once cooled, transfer to a clean bottle or jar.

   Time: PT30M

   Temperature: room temperature

7. Serve

   To serve, mix 1 part syrup with 3 parts chilled soda water over ice. Stir gently and enjoy.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

0g

Carbohydrates

65g

Fat

0g

Fiber

0g