Q&A for How to Make Coca Cola Marinade

You can, but it will further caramelize. I would not recommend it unless you want a syrupy sauce with your meat.

Yes, I have tried it with Diet Coke and it tastes just as good (with fewer calories).

Yes, cola tenderizes the meat due to the acids and will also make it flavorful if it sits overnight or for 8 hours.

Yes, cola tenderizes the meat due to the acids and will also make it flavorful if it sits overnight or for 8 hours.

Yes you can, but it has a very strong distinct flavor, which regular vinegar doesn't, so you need to be sure you like it as a marinade first. You might take a small amount of the marinade before you add vinegar and mix it on the side, adding the proportionate amount of apple cider vinegar to the small amount and just tasting it. If it's good, then you can try it in the large batch.