Dirty Soda Recipe: A Fun and Creamy Drink

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If you love going to your local Soda Shops to get a flavored soda, learn how to make Dirty Soda at home! This fun, creamy, and fizzy drink combines soda, cream, and flavored syrups for a refreshing twist.

Three glasses of cola with ice and vanilla ice cream float, crafted as a classic Dirty Soda Recipe, each with a red and white striped straw, sit beside glass Coca-Cola bottles, lime wedges, and a white cloth with black dots.

Why You’ll Love this Dirty Soda Recipe!

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Dirty soda is a playful, customizable drink that originated in Utah and became popular nationwide thanks to TikTok! The first time I heard about Dirty Soda, I’ll admit—I was skeptical. Mixing cream into soda sounded a little unusual, but after trying it, I totally understood the hype.

The fizz from the soda, the sweetness from the syrups, and that creamy texture swirl all come together in such a fun way. Now, it’s one of my favorite drinks to make when I want something playful and refreshing, especially on a hot day.

I also love setting up a little “dirty soda bar” at home with different syrups and cream options so everyone can mix their own—my kids think it’s the perfect sweet treat, and honestly, so do I!

Ingredients

A glass bottle of Coca-Cola, three small bowls with different liquids, and a container of ice cubes are arranged on a white hexagonal tile surface—perfect for crafting a refreshing Dirty Soda Recipe.

Diet Coke – You can also make with Dr Pepper, Coca-cola or Root Beer
Coconut Syrup – You can use coconut cream if you would like instead of the coconut syrup and heavy cream. It will have a similar flavor in this easy recipe.
Lime – We think fresh lime juice make it taste the best
Heavy Cream – You can substitute with half and half. Coconut Creamer can also be used
Ice – Nugget ice is the best

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How to Make Dirty Soda Recipe

A tall glass filled with ice sits on a white hexagon-tiled surface, surrounded by a black-and-white polka dot napkin, a measuring cup with ice, and two small bowls of liquid ingredients—perfect for crafting your favorite Dirty Soda Recipe.

Step 1 – Fill a large glass with ice approximately ¾ full.

A hand pours a small bowl of lemon juice over ice in a glass for a Dirty Soda Recipe. Next to the glass are a container of ice and a bottle of Coca-Cola on a white hexagon-tiled surface, with a polka-dot cloth nearby.

Step 2 – Add in the coconut syrup and lime juice.

A bottle of dark soda is being poured into a glass filled with ice cubes, perfect for trying your favorite Dirty Soda Recipe. Next to the glass is a bowl of ice and a white cloth with black polka dots on a hexagon-patterned countertop.

Step 3 – Pour the soda or your choice over these ingredients.

A hand pours cream from a small white pitcher into a glass of iced coffee—reminiscent of a Dirty Soda Recipe—on a hexagonal-tiled surface, with a container of ice and a white polka dot cloth nearby.

Step 4 – Top with the heavy cream and then it’s ready to serve and enjoy! We love to garnish with a lime wedge!

A glass of cola with ice cream float and a red-striped straw sits on a polka dot cloth, featuring a fun Dirty Soda Recipe vibe, with lime wedges and classic glass Coca-Cola bottles in the background.

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Dirty Soda

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings 1

Cuisine American

Course Beverage

Calories 121

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

▢ 12 ounces Diet Coke or Dr Pepper, Coke or Root Beer
▢ 2 pumps Coconut Syrup approximately 1 ½ Tablespoon
▢ ½ Lime juiced (approximately 1 Tablespoon)
▢ 2 Tablespoon Heavy Cream or half and half

Instructions

Fill a large glass with ice approximately ¾ full.
Add in the coconut syrup and lime juice.
Pour the soda or your choice over these ingredients.
Top with the heavy cream and then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes

You can use coconut cream if you would like instead of the coconut syrup and heavy cream. It will have a similar flavor in this easy recipe.

Recipe Tips

Chill Soda – Keeps the drink extra refreshing.
Add the Lime – Adds a pop of brightness to balance the sweetness.
Dairy Free – Use coconut cream, almond milk, or oat milk.
For Parties – Set up a dirty soda bar with syrups, juices, and creams for guests to mix their own.

Dirty Soda Ideas

Cherry Vanilla Twist – Dr. Pepper + cherry + vanilla syrup + cream.
Coconut Lime Refresher – Sprite + coconut syrup + lime + cream.
Caramel Root Beer Float – Root beer + caramel syrup + cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 121kcal, Carbohydrates 6g, Protein 1g, Fat 11g, Saturated Fat 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g, Monounsaturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 34mg, Sodium 23mg, Potassium 87mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 2g, Vitamin A 458IU, Vitamin C 10mg, Calcium 41mg, Iron 0.3mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dirty Soda Made of?

A classic dirty soda is made with diet coke, heavy cream, coconut flavored syrup and lime. But you can use any type of soda to make this delicious, popular drink.

How to Store Leftovers

This drink recipe is best served when made fresh. Store ingredients separately for the best results.