Papa John's And Mountain Dew Have Released An Unprecedented, Intensely Flavored Dirty Soda Combination

Your most peculiar soda fantasies have now materialized.

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Mountain Dew and Papa John's are poised to revolutionize the beverage market this summer.

On Wednesday, the pizza chain and beverage conglomerate announced the launch of a new 'Cini Dirty Soda' kit, which they describe as "a bold twist on the dirty soda phenomenon."

If you have been unaware, dirty sodas gained immense popularity in 2024. According to Amelia Schwartz of Food & Wine, a "dirty soda" lacks a precise definition but is generally recognized as a beverage that is combined or garnished with syrup, juice, or cream. Most soda establishments offer a menu replete with combinations, akin to the specialty beverages and seasonal offerings found at Starbucks.

Schwartz observed that the immensely popular soda establishment Swig provides concoctions such as the Dirty Dr Pepper, which consists of a Dr Pepper base and coconut syrup, and "Island Time," a beverage crafted from Fresca, passionfruit syrup, fresh orange, mango puree, and coconut cream.

The drink's popularity may largely be attributed to the stars of Hulu's original reality series, "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," which chronicles the lives of a cohort of Mormon women in Utah. The women articulate the significance of Swig in their life and within the broader Latter-day Saints community, as they abstain from alcohol yet seek enjoyable beverage alternatives. Demi Engemann, one of the stars, stated, “We abstain from alcohol and drugs, so this is somewhat our vice.”

Mountain Dew and Papa John's have collaborated to introduce the limited-edition 'Cini Dirty Soda,' a fusion of citrus soda with pepperoncini flavor. The beverage draws inspiration from the viral filthy soda fad, which gained prominence in 2024 due to Utah soda establishments and social media platforms. Credit: Courtesy of Papa John's

In this new collaboration, Mountain Dew announced that the 'Cini Dirty Soda' combines its "vibrant citrus flavor" with Papa John's distinctive pepperoncini zest, resulting in a fizzy, acidic beverage that is as captivating as your most recent binge-watching fixation. Indeed, it amalgamates the finest elements of pizza and soda within a singular vessel.

To sample the beverage, you must prepare it yourself using the materials included in the package, which includes an insulated bag containing all necessary components to concoct one of the cocktails at home. And, you'll also have to act fast. Individuals desiring a beverage may obtain the kit for a limited duration at papajohnscinisoda.com. Papa Rewards members may enter for an opportunity to obtain the limited-edition ‘Cini Dirty Soda kit, with no purchase required.