Mountain Dew Live Wire
Mountain Dew Live Wire is not a dish but a citrus-flavored soda, part of the Mountain Dew brand. It features a bright orange color and a sweet, tangy flavor profile, originating from the United States. It's typically enjoyed chilled as a refreshing beverage.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
As a sugary soda, it is high in carbohydrates from added sugars and provides minimal nutritional value, with no significant fat or protein. A standard 12-ounce serving contains around 170 calories, primarily from sugar.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 44 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 44 g |
| Sodium | 55 mg |
| Vitamin C | 60 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 100% DV |
| Vitamin B6 | 100% DV |
| Vitamin B12 | 100% DV |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 100% DV |
| Potassium | 30 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 can (355 ml / 369 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's part of the 'extreme' marketing associated with Mountain Dew, often linked to youth and energy. Nutritionally, it's an example of a 'empty calorie' drink, offering quick energy from sugar but no essential nutrients.
