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Lab Cola – Homemade Coca‑Cola Replica
A scientifically‑backed, DIY replica of Coca‑Cola using essential‑oil flavor concentrates, food‑grade ethanol, phosphoric acid, caramel color and other key ingredients. The recipe yields 1 L of cola that tastes remarkably close to the real thing and can be scaled up or down.
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Critical Success Points
- • Accurate measurement of essential oils (step 2)
- • Handling phosphoric acid safely (step 4)
- • Proper dilution of 7X flavor oil in ethanol (step 3)
- • Heating to near boiling without over‑boiling (step 7)
- • Adding carbonation only after dilution (step 9)
Safety Warnings
- • Wear gloves and goggles when handling phosphoric acid and ethanol
- • Essential oils can cause skin irritation; avoid direct contact
- • Do not ingest any unmixed chemicals
- • Hot liquids can cause burns
- • Carbonated water under pressure – open slowly to avoid splatter
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