Mountain Dew Recipe
Make Mountain Dew Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Citric Acid
Once the sugar has dissolved, add 1 cup of citric acid to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- 3
Incorporate Caffeine and Flavors
Next, add 0.5 cups of caffeine extract and 0.5 cups of natural citrus flavors to the syrup. Mix well.
- 4
Add Food Coloring
Stir in 1 teaspoon of food coloring (Yellow 5) to give the drink its signature color. Ensure the color is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- 5
Cool the Syrup
Remove the pot from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Final Mixing
- 6
Combine with Carbonated Water
In a large mixing container, combine the cooled syrup with 2 liters of carbonated water. Stir gently to combine without losing carbonation.
- 7
Taste and Adjust
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness or flavor by adding more sugar or natural flavors if necessary.
- 8
Serve
Pour the Mountain Dew into glasses filled with ice, and enjoy it chilled!
