12+ Mountain Dew Cocktails You Must Try

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Mountain Dew is a tried and true mixer for cocktails. In fact, this sweet, citrusy soda was actually invented just for this purpose! So, what Mountain Dew cocktails are the best? Keep on reading below to get the full scoop on the ones that you just MUST try.

The Best Mountain Dew Cocktails

Mountain Dew is a sweet, fizzy citrusy tasting soda. It was created in the 1940’s by a Tennessee beverage company (source). One of it’s original intended purposes was to be a mixer for Whiskey (not surprising, since whiskey is also a big part of Tennessee history as well).

Since then, Mountain Dew has grown above and beyond a single mixer for a nice Tennessee whiskey. In fact, mountain dew even has multiple different variations that you can use in your cocktails such as:

Diet Mountain Dew
Zero Sugar Mountain Dew
Mountain Dew flavors like:
- Code Red (cherry flavored)
- Voltage (raspberry flavored)
- Livewire (orange flavored)
- Major Melon (melon flavored)
- Spark (raspberry lemonade flavored)

From easy two ingredient highball cocktails to more elaborate mixed drinks, check out all the very best, must try mountain dew cocktails below.

Jager and Mountain Dew

This easy to make Jager and Mountain Dew can be stirred up in just a few minutes. This drink is also sometimes called the Dewmister.

Why you must try: With how easy this one is to make and its sweet citrus flavor that is spiked with an herbal flavor, it's a can't miss. Serve this one up during any spring and summer season event.

Check out this recipe

mountain dew and jager mixed in a highball glass with ingredients next to the glass

Amaretto & Mountain Dew

This refreshing two ingredient highball only needs a few ounces of Amaretto topped off with a glass full of Mountain Dew. This sweet, fizzy citrus drink has a hint of nutty cherry flavor to top it off.

Why you must try: this cocktail can be stirred up in about 2 – 3 minutes, so it is super easy to make. Additionally, it is perfect for afternoon sipping in the spring or summer.

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close up of amaretto & mountain dew with liquor bottles visible in the background

Tequila & Mountain Dew

This sweet and citrusy tequila and mountain dew is such a simple and easy cocktail to make. All you have to do is toss your two ingredients into a glass and give it a stir.

Why you must try: if you LOVE margaritas, then this one if for you! With only two ingredients, you have have the tart and sweet citrus flavor mixed with a little sweet spice from the tequila.

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Tequila and mountain dew surrounded by ingredients for the drink.

Rum & Mountain Dew

The fun thing about a rum and mountain dew is that you can vary the flavor based on what rum you use. Make a spicy Captain Dew with Captain Morgan or add a tropical twist with Malibu for a Maladew.

Why you must try: you can stir it up in around two minutes. And, if that isn't good enough the flavor can easily be varied by using different types of rums.

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Vodka & Mountain Dew

To get this cocktail (sometimes called Rocket Fule) made all you need is to toss a shot of vodka into a glass and then stir in a glass full of mountain dew. This cocktail is fun to use regular or flavored mountain dew in.

Why you must try: This easy cocktail is versatile and can have the flavor varied up by changing the type of mountain dew. It is perfect for serving at spring or summer get togethers.

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Whiskey & Mountain Dew

You can't miss trying this one, especially since whiskey is what mountain dew was MADE to mix with. Full of sweet citrus smoothed out with a little touch of caramel, this one is delicious.

Why you must try: it is fast and easy to make. Also, you can use different types of whiskeys like Irish Whiskey or Jack Daniels to change up the flavor.

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close up of whiskey & mountain dew with liquor bottles visible in the background

Gin & Mountain Dew

Looking for a little something different? Then this one is for you! Toss a shot of gin in your glass and then top if off with mountain dew to get this citrusy botanical mix.

Why you must try: it has a complex, layered flavor. And, it is super duper easy to make. Serve this one up anytime you need a refreshing sipper.

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Brandy & Mountain Dew

This two ingredient highball is full of sweet fruit and citrus flavor. It is the perfect cocktail to serve up and sip on during hot days.

Why you must try: it's so easy to make; you can have it ready in about two minutes. You can vary the flavor in many ways including using flavored brandy or flavored mountain dew.

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close up of brandy and mountain dew with liquor bottles visible in the background

Tequila Slammer Shot

This fun party shot is a little something unique. Add a little tequila to a glass and then any soda (like Mountain Dew). Finally slam that drink down and watch it fizz all over.

Why you must try: it's super fun to serve up as an interactive drink at parties. Tastes like a margarita (who doesn't love that?!).

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rocks glass on a wooden table next to tequila and sprite

Mountain Cider High

This yummy cocktail is so easy to make. You only need three ingredients to mix this one up.

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DewGarita

This dew garita is a neon green, perfect cocktail. If you love margaritas, you are sure to love this one. It has the classic margarita flavor with melon and fizz added in.

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Mountain Dew Me

This colorful mountain dew cocktail is fun to shake up. With the fizzy sweet lemon lime flavor, mixed in with tropical fruit flavors like melon and pineapple you don't want to miss out on this drink.

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Mountain Dew Cocktail FAQ

What does Mountain Dew taste like?

Mountain dew tastes like sweet citrus. It is a little different than other citrus sodas which are usually a lemon-lime flavor since Mountain Dew has an extra sweetness and twist of orange added in.

What alcohol goes best with Mountain Dew?

Although you can mix mountain dew with just about any alcohol many people find it goes best with whiskey. Afterall, that is the liquor is was invented to be mixed with.

What is Mountain Dew a mixer for?

Mountain Dew was originally made as a mixer for whiskey. However, it works well as a mixer for most all liquors including (but not limited to) vodka, tequila, rum and jager.

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