Mountain Dew Kickstart Recipe
Make Mountain Dew Kickstart Recipe in just 5m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Drink Base
Citrus & Sweeteners
Ice & Garnish
Method
Prepare Glass & Ice
Chill and fill
Place a tall glass (16–20 oz) in the freezer for a few minutes or fill with ice to chill. Then empty that ice and add 1 cup of fresh ice cubes to the glass.
Combine Liquids
Measure and mix
In a measuring cup or small pitcher, pour 8 fl oz Mountain Dew and 2 fl oz orange juice. Add 0.5 fl oz cold brewed coffee only if you want the extra coffee-citrus kick (this matches some Kickstart varieties). Stir gently to combine.
Adjust acidity and sweetness
Add 0.5 fl oz fresh lime juice and 0.25 fl oz simple syrup or agave if you like it sweeter. Stir again until incorporated.
Optional fizz adjustment
If you prefer a lighter carbonation (closer to RTD Kickstart mouthfeel), add 1 fl oz chilled sparkling water and stir gently once. If you like full soda fizz, skip the sparkling water addition.