Drinks

Kofola

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Ingredients

40 ml (2.5 tbsp) Kofola syrup concentrate (store-bought)
200 ml (3/4 cup) chilled sparkling water
Ice cubes, to serve
Lemon slice, to garnish (optional)

Method

Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
Pour in the Kofola syrup concentrate.
Top up with chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
Garnish with a slice of lemon, if desired, and serve immediately while well chilled.

Introduction: Kofola is a distinctly Czech cola-style soft drink developed in the 1960s as a domestic alternative during the era
of limited access to Western brands.

Cultural Background: Kofola is a distinctly Czech cola-style soft drink developed in the 1960s as a domestic alternative during the era
of limited access to Western brands. With a less sweet, more herbal profile than typical colas, it remains hugely
popular today, often served on draught in Czech pubs alongside food.

Tips: Serve very cold and drink promptly, as the carbonation fades quickly once mixed.

Variations: Some pubs serve Kofola with a splash of fruit syrup, most popularly 'Kofola s citronem' with added lemon syrup.

Storage: The syrup concentrate keeps well unopened; once mixed, drink fresh as it doesn't store.

Reheating: Not applicable — served cold.

Nutrition: Approx. 90 kcal, 0g protein, 0g fat, 22g carbohydrate per serving.

FAQs

Q: Is Kofola similar to Coca-Cola?
A: It shares the dark cola colour but has a distinctly less sweet, more herbal and slightly bitter flavour profile.

Q: Where can I find Kofola outside the Czech Republic?
A: It's increasingly exported and available in some European specialty and Central European grocery stores.