What is a Dirty Soda?
These non-alcoholic beverages are soft drinks “spiked” with flavored syrups, fruit juices, and non-dairy creamers. The original recipe involved a blend of cola, coconut syrup, lime juice, and non-dairy creamer, but the trend is still evolving to include other types of sodas, flavors, non-dairy milks, and add-ins.
Originating in Utah, dirty sodas are gaining popularity throughout the U.S. thanks to social media. Fans of the beverage love to create customizable and rich flavor profiles, transforming an ordinary soft drink into an entirely new experience. Dirty sodas take the idea of "little treat" beverages to a whole new level.
How to Make a Dirty Soda
Crafting dirty sodas is surprisingly simple. Start with a base of your favorite carbonated soda, add a shot of flavored syrup, and finish off with a splash of non-dairy creamer, juice, or other ingredients depending on your soda base and flavor preferences. You might even want to garnish it with whipped cream or cold foam. Adjust the proportions to suit your taste and you've got a delicious new go-to beverage to enjoy!
Check out this video tutorial on how to make dirty sodas:Popular Dirty Soda Flavors
Bright colors and bold flavors are popular ingredients to add to these spiked sodas. The possibilities for unique and satisfying flavor combinations are endless. Here are some of the most popular flavors to add to dirty sodas.- Coconut: the original, classic flavor. The lush, tropical taste of coconut syrup adds richness and depth to both cola and lemon-lime sodas.
- Vanilla: vanilla adds a creamy, smooth dimension to soda, and is a popular choice for colas or root beer. For an even creamier option, try Monin French Vanilla Syrup.
- Orange: orange + cream = a dream(sicle) to drink! This nostalgic flavor pairing is both delicious and popular. Monin Candied Orange Syrup is specially crafted to be mixed with dairy and non-dairy creamers.
- Strawberry: strawberry pairs well with all kinds of soda bases, including cola, root beer, lemon-lime, and ginger ale. Strawberry also pairs well with other syrups, such as peach, rose, and white chocolate.
- Cherry: cherry cola is a classic, and a cherry dirty soda can taste like an ice cream sundae depending on what other flavors and creamers you pair with it!
- Pineapple: pineapple is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, adding tropical flair to your sodas. Paired with coconut or non-dairy creamer, it creates a piña colada-inspired flavor.
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Flavor Your Dirty Sodas with Monin
The fun part of crafting these sodas is the chance to embrace your inner mixologist with creative flavor pairings! Whether you’re looking to add unique beverages to your café menu or make dirty sodas at home, it’s easy to create delicious spiked sodas with Monin flavored syrups. Check out these dirty soda recipes below that range from tropical summer sodas to decadent dessert drinks.Dirty Fuzzy Fizz
Do you love orange creamsicle drinks? Try a peach creamsicle! This Dirty Fuzzy Fizz blends orange soda and vanilla sweet cream with the lush flavor of Monin Peach Syrup.
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Blue Cotton Candy Dirty Soda
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Creamy Strawberry Coconut Dirty Soda
Coconut is one of those flavors that complements most anything it is paired with, and this Creamy Strawberry Coconut Dirty Soda blends it with Monin Strawberry Syrup and non-dairy creamer to create a sweet, sun-kissed beverage perfect for warm summer days.
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Desert Pear Dirty Soda
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French Vanilla Dirty Soda
In this French Vanilla Dirty Soda, root beer gets a delicious upgrade thanks to Monin French Vanilla Syrup and non-dairy creamer. It’s like a root beer float without the ice cream.
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Spiced Brown Sugar Dirty Soda
A rich blend of Monin Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup, lime, non-dairy creamer, and cola, this Spiced Brown Sugar Dirty Soda offers a warm, caramel-like flavor perfect for any time of year.
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Other Handcrafted Sodas to Try
If you like dirty sodas and want to try other unique soda/flavor combinations, these recipes are for you. Try one of these drinks the next time you’re craving something bubbly and flavorful.Pineapple Upside Down Soda
If you want to skip the creamy component of dirty sodas, you can jazz up your sodas with flavorful syrup combinations. Ginger ale gets an upgrade in this Pineapple Upside Down Soda thanks to Monin Pineapple Syrup and Caramel Syrup. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and a pineapple slice for an irresistible dessert-inspired drink.
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Coconut Cherry Soda
For another tropical treat, this Coconut Cherry Soda also skips a creamy ingredient. Monin Coconut Syrup and lush Cherry Syrup blend beautifully with lemon-lime soda for a flavor that’s both indulgent and nostalgic.
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Lavender Lemon Cream Soda
This classic cream soda swaps cola for club soda to create a lower-sugar drink that’s just as delicious. For lavender drink lovers, this Lavender Lemon Cream Soda blends Monin Lavender Lemon Syrup and cream for an enchanting spring beverage.
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Skinny Vanilla Cola
If you want to experiment with low-cal creations, try mixing Monin sugar-free syrups with your favorite diet sodas for a delicious treat. This Skinny Vanilla Cola is a good starting point. It's made with diet cola and Sugar Free Vanilla Syrup, offering rich, creamy flavor without added sugar or non-dairy creamer.
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Pumpkin Spice Cream Soda
For a seasonal drink on the lighter side, this Low Cal Pumpkin Spice Cream Soda is infused with our zero-sugar pumpkin spice flavoring. Monin Natural Zero Pumpkin Spice blends beautifully with club soda and fat-free half & half for an indulgent, low-calorie drink. This recipe could also be made with sugar-free or fat-free non-dairy creamer in place of half & half.
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Gummy Worm Soda
One fun element you can add to sodas? A candy garnish! The kid-friendly
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Passionate Boba Soda
Looking for new boba flavors to try? This Passionate Boba Soda is the best of both drinks, combining Monin Red Passion Fruit Syrup, lemon-lime soda, and tapioca bobas for a tangy taste and a fun, chewy texture.
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If you to experiment and explore with spiked sodas, a world of flavors awaits. And with more than 100 clean label flavorings, Monin flavors are a great starting point for crafting delicious, indulgent sodas. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet, tart, or utterly decadent, there's a perfect spiked soda recipe waiting to be enjoyed....
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