Today, let’s talk about some fun stuff – making a coke brick. Sounds crazy, right? But it’s totally doable, and I gave it a shot.
So, I started by grabbing a bunch of Coca-Cola, the regular kind in bottles. I figured I needed a lot to get a decent-sized brick. I emptied all the bottles into a big pot. It looked like a mini coke lake in my kitchen, I’ve gotta say.
Then came the messy part – boiling it down. I put the pot on the stove and turned up the heat. It took ages, let me tell you. I was there, stirring occasionally, watching it bubble away. The kitchen started to smell pretty sweet, like a candy factory. My families thought I was making some kind of weird dessert.
Slowly but surely, the coke started to reduce. It got thicker and darker. The water was evaporating, leaving behind all that sugary goodness. I kept at it until it was a thick, syrupy mess. It was kind of like making caramel, but with a lot more liquid to start with.
Shaping the Brick
Once it was thick enough, I carefully poured the goop into a rectangular container. I’d lined it with some plastic wrap to make it easier to remove later. I tried to smooth it out as best as I could, but it was still pretty sticky and unruly.
Then came the waiting game. I stuck the container in the fridge and left it there for a good long while. I wasn’t really sure how long it would take to solidify, so I just kept checking on it every few hours.
Finally, after what felt like forever, it was solid! I pulled it out of the fridge and carefully peeled off the plastic wrap. And there it was – a solid brick of coke. It was dark brown, a bit shiny, and surprisingly heavy.
It was a bit of a messy process, and it definitely took longer than I expected. But hey, I ended up with a coke brick! It was a fun experiment, and I’m glad I tried it, even though it took over my whole afternoon.
- Tip 1: Use a big pot.
- Tip 2: Be prepared to stir for a long time.
- Tip 3: Make sure your container is well-lined.
So, there you have it. That’s how I made a coke brick. It was a sticky, time-consuming, but ultimately successful adventure.
