How to flavour dirty sodas flavour concentrates
Add a flavour twist to your favourite soft drink.
✦ Ice
✦ 250–300 ml soft drink of choice
✦ Flavour concentrate, to taste
✦ 10–15 ml fresh lime juice, optional
✦ 20–30 ml pouring cream, coconut cream or dairy-free alternative
✦ Garnish of choice
Step-by-step guide
Add flavour concentrate to your chosen soft drink, mix gently and adjust the flavour to taste.
Build your base
Fill a tall glass generously with ice, then pour in 250–300 ml of your chosen soft drink. Leave a little room at the top for the flavour, lime and cream.
Add flavour
Add your chosen flavour concentrate to taste. Start with a few drops, stir well and taste before adding more.
Add the finishing touches
Add 10–15 ml of fresh lime juice, if using, then slowly pour 20–30 ml of pouring cream, coconut cream or a dairy-free alternative over the top.
Stir & serve
Gently stir to bring the flavours together and create the signature dirty soda swirl. Finish with your chosen garnish and serve immediately.
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