Dirty soda
Dirty soda is a popular American soft drink creation, typically made by combining a cola (like Pepsi or Coke) with a flavored syrup (such as vanilla or coconut) and a splash of cream or half-and-half. It originated in the soda shop culture of the Mountain West region, particularly Utah, and has gained widespread popularity through social media.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-carb, high-fat beverage with very little protein, providing a significant calorie load—often between 300 to 500 calories per large serving—primarily from sugar and dairy fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbs | 36 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 34 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 70 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of a 'viral food trend' that exploded from a regional specialty into a national phenomenon, celebrated for its customizable, indulgent, and almost dessert-like nature.
