Description
A homemade copycat of Taco Bell's Baja Blast, a vibrant blue tropical drink made with Mountain Dew, Blue Gatorade, and fresh lime juice. Ready in minutes, it's perfect for parties or a refreshing weekend treat.
Ingredients
2 cups Mountain Dew (original)
1 cup Blue Gatorade (Cool Blue or Glacier Freeze)
2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
2 cups Ice cubes (for blender method)
Lime slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, pour the Mountain Dew and blue Gatorade
- Squeeze in fresh lime juice and stir gently
- Chill the pitcher in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the chilled mixture over the ice
- Garnish with a lime slice if desired. Serve immediately
Notes
For a slushy version, blend all ingredients with 2 cups of ice until smooth.
Use diet versions of soda and sports drink for a sugar-free option.
Fresh lime juice is key; bottled juice not recommended.
Store leftover mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; shake before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: baja blast, copycat, taco bell, blue drink, tropical, refreshment