If you love a fizzy, fruity, and creamy drink, you’re going to LOVE this Cactus Cooler Rush Dirty Soda!
This is a wonderful new take on the classic soda shop drink. It mixes orange and pineapple flavors with creamy coconut bliss.
Great for a hot day, a pick-me-up in the afternoon, or a fun treat for the whole family!
This one is quite easy to create, you can change it to fit your needs, and it’s far cheaper than going through a drive-thru.
Plus, the kids will love helping mix it up! Let’s get started.
Ingredients
- 1 can (12 oz) of Cactus Cooler soda (or a blend of orange soda and pineapple soda)
- 1 tablespoon coconut-flavored coffee creamer (like Coffee Mate or Torani)
- 1 tablespoon of pineapple syrup
- 1/2 cup crushed ice
- Whipped cream (optional, but so good!)
- Maraschino cherry (for decoration)
- A tall glass
- Stir with a spoon
- Spoons for measuring
- Ice scoop
Instructions
- Put ½ cup of crushed ice in a tall glass to begin. The more ice, the better—it keeps your drink extra cold!
- Pour 12 ounces of Cactus Cooler soda (or your blend of orange and pineapple soda) over the ice slowly. It will fizz and bubble!
- Add 1 tablespoon of pineapple syrup to the soda. It adds an extra burst of fruity sweetness!
- Pour one tablespoon of coconut creamer into the soda slowly. As it swirls and mixes, it becomes creamy and dreamy!
- If you’re feeling fancy, add a swirl of whipped cream and top it off with a maraschino cherry. Perfect!
Tips & Notes
- ✅ Want it extra creamy? Add more coconut creamer! Start with a little bit and change it to your liking.
- ✅ Chill your glass before making your drink to keep it extra cold and refreshing.
- ✅ No Cactus Cooler? Mix equal parts orange soda and pineapple soda for a similar flavor.
- ✅ If you have it, use nugget ice. It makes every drink taste better!
- ✅ Make it enjoyable for youngsters! Let them drizzle the syrup or put their own toppings on.
- No coconut milk? Try half & half with a splash of coconut extract.
- Like it less sweet? Use club soda instead of soda for a lighter version.
- Want an extra twist? For a creamsicle taste, add some vanilla syrup.
- Dairy-free? Use coconut milk or almond creamer instead.
To be honest? This drink tastes best when it’s fresh. Make it when you’re ready to drink it because the carbonation goes away over time. If you have to preserve it, cover it and put it in the fridge for a short period. It will lose some of its fizz.
Have fun with your homemade dirty soda!
That’s all there is to it! A fun, fizzy, creamy, tropical treat you can make in minutes. Great for summer, movie nights, or any time you need a boost. Try it out, mix and match flavors, and let me know in the comments how you made yours! ❤️🍍🥤