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Midnight Malibu Dirty Soda

A viral dirty soda recipe featuring dark soda, blackberry and coconut syrups, and a splash of cream for a mesmerizing and delicious non-alcoholic treat.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Beverage, Snack
Cuisine: American, Modern
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

The Base
  • 1 can Dr. Pepper or dark soda of choice (12 oz), chilled
  • 1 cup pebble ice or crushed ice
Flavorings
  • 1 tbsp coconut syrup Torani or Monin
  • 1 tbsp blackberry syrup
  • 1 wedge fresh lime squeezed
The 'Dirty' Cream
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1 maraschino cherry for garnish

Equipment

  • Highball Glass
  • Straw
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Fill a tall glass to the rim with pebble ice or crushed ice.
  2. Pour the coconut syrup and blackberry syrup over the ice.
  3. Slowly pour the cold Dr. Pepper into the glass, leaving about an inch of room at the top.
  4. Squeeze the juice of one lime wedge into the drink.
  5. Pour the heavy cream over the top; watch it swirl into the soda.
  6. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and add a straw. Stir gently before sipping.

Notes

For an alcoholic version, replace coconut syrup with 1.5oz Malibu Rum.