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Recipes 04/04/2025 15:20

🍹 Dirty Dr. Pepper πŸ’•

Dirty Dr. Pepper

🍹 Dirty Dr. Pepper πŸ’•

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Best Time to Serve: Ideal for summer parties, casual gatherings, or as a fun and unique cocktail at any time.

Ingredients

1. For the Drink:

  • 1 can (12 oz) Dr. Pepper soda

  • 1 Β½ oz coconut rum (such as Malibu)

  • 1 oz lime juice (fresh or bottled)

  • Β½ oz grenadine or cherry syrup (for a touch of sweetness and color)

  • 1-2 lime wedges (for garnish)

  • Ice (crushed or cubed, as preferred)

2. For Optional Garnish:

  • Maraschino cherry (optional)

  • Additional lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

πŸ”Ή Step 1: Prepare the Glass

  1. Fill a tall glass or a rocks glass with ice. You can use cubed or crushed ice depending on your preference, but crushed ice will help the flavors meld together nicely.

πŸ”Ή Step 2: Add the Alcohol

  1. Pour the coconut rum into the glass with ice. Coconut rum adds a sweet, tropical flavor that complements the Dr. Pepper perfectly.

πŸ”Ή Step 3: Add Lime Juice

  1. Squeeze in the fresh lime juice (about 1 oz). Lime juice balances the sweetness of the Dr. Pepper and rum, adding a bit of tartness to the drink.

πŸ”Ή Step 4: Pour the Dr. Pepper

  1. Pour the Dr. Pepper soda into the glass with the alcohol and lime juice. Stir gently to combine the ingredients. The fizzy soda will create a light, refreshing drink.

πŸ”Ή Step 5: Add Grenadine

  1. Add a splash of grenadine (about Β½ oz) or cherry syrup for a touch of sweetness and a deeper color. This ingredient adds a nice reddish hue to the drink and enhances the cherry notes in Dr. Pepper.

πŸ”Ή Step 6: Garnish and Serve

  1. Garnish with a lime wedge and/or a maraschino cherry for an extra burst of color and flavor.

  2. Stir lightly to combine everything, then serve immediately.

Tips for the Perfect Dirty Dr. Pepper

  • Rum Options: Coconut rum is a classic choice, but you can experiment with spiced rum or even regular white rum for a different twist.

  • Sweetness Level: Adjust the amount of grenadine to your taste. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more grenadine; if you want a more balanced flavor, reduce the amount.

  • Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice will provide the best flavor, but bottled lime juice can be used in a pinch. For a more vibrant lime flavor, use both a squeeze of lime juice and a lime wedge for garnish.

  • Presentation: If you want to make this drink even more festive, add a sugar rim to the glass. Just wet the rim with a lime wedge and dip it in sugar for a sparkling touch.

Calories (estimated)

  • 1 drink: ~150-180 kcal (depending on the amount of rum and grenadine used)

Energy-Saving Tips

  • You can prepare the coconut rum and lime juice mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge. When ready to serve, just pour in the Dr. Pepper and grenadine, and add ice for a quick and easy cocktail.

  • If you want to make a batch for a crowd, you can multiply the ingredients and serve it in a large pitcher, mixing the rum, lime juice, and Dr. Pepper in advance. Add ice just before serving.

Who Would Enjoy This?

  • Anyone who enjoys sweet, fruity cocktails with a fizzy twist.

  • Perfect for those who love Dr. Pepper and want to try it in a new, fun way.

  • Ideal for summer parties, barbecues, or casual get-togethers where you want a refreshing yet easy-to-make drink.

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