To make a dirty soda, you typically combine a carbonated soda with flavored syrup and a creamy element like half and half or a creamer. Here are some popular basic recipes and variations:
Basic Dirty Soda Recipe
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add about half a glass of soda of your choice (common options: Diet Dr Pepper, Diet Coke, or any favorite soda).
- Add flavored syrup such as coconut syrup or cherry syrup (about 1 tablespoon or to taste).
- Pour in a splash of half and half, milk, or coffee creamer to "dirty" the soda.
- Stir lightly and enjoy immediately.
Popular Variations
- Dirty Dr Pepper: Dr Pepper soda + coconut syrup + half and half.
- Dirty Coke: Diet Coke + coconut syrup + fresh lime juice + heavy cream or half and half.
- Cherry Dirty Soda: Dr Pepper or soda + Italian sweet cream coffee creamer + maraschino cherry juice + garnish with cherries.
- You can also use flavored coffee creamers like Italian sweet cream for a richer taste.
Tips
- Use crushed or pebble ice for better texture.
- Stir gently to mix the cream without losing all fizz.
- Variations may include adding lime juice or other flavored syrups like vanilla or butterscotch.
- Serve immediately as the soda will lose carbonation over time.
Dirty soda is a creamy, fizzy, and sweet non-alcoholic beverage reminiscent of an ice cream float but lighter and more refreshing.
