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Ocean water is a very well known fountain drink choice in Sonic Drive Inn restaurants. Sparkle your own creation without having to step out of the door.
Ingredients
Makes two servings
- 3 tablespoons of water
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of imitation coconut extract (or coconut flavoring)
- 2 drops of blue food coloring
- Two 12 ounce cans of cold Sprite
- Ice cubes
Steps
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1Get a medium-sized bowl and pour the water and sugar together.
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2Place the bowl in the microwave for about 30 to 45 seconds. Stir the mixture so that all of the sugar dissolves. Leave it on the side to cool down.Advertisement
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3Once cooled, carefully drop the food coloring in, as well as the coconut flavoring/extract into the bowl.
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4Pour in the two cans of Sprite. You can use 7-up or a generic lemon-lime soda/pop if you wish.
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5Put ice cubes into glasses and pour your "Ocean Water" mixture over the ice.
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6Finished.
Community Q&A
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QuestionWhere would I buy coconut extract?
Community AnswerLook in the spice and baking section of almost any grocery store. It'll be with the extracts of vanilla and other flavors.
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If you want to make an at-home version of Sonic’s ocean water, stir together 3 tbsp of water and 2 tbsp of sugar, then microwave the mixture for 30-45 seconds to dissolve the sugar. Let the mixture cool, then add 2 drops of blue food coloring and 1 tsp of imitation coconut extract. Add 2 cans of Sprite, then serve the drink over ice and enjoy! For suggestions of other sodas you can use, read on!
