Vodka and Mountain Dew Recipe

My Vodka and Mountain Dew recipe is easy while also crisp, refreshing, and citrus-y! This is how I make the very best version of this simple two-ingredient mixed drink.

Everything we need to know about mixing a Vodka and Mountain Dew is in the name.

I know it’s low-brow, but nothing says ‘party’ like this mixed drink. Let’s Dew it!

What is Vodka and Mountain Dew?

The Vodka and Mountain Dew (‘Mtn Dew’) is one of the easiest vodka party drinks EVER. This 2-ingredient vodka mixed drink is 1 part vodka to 5 parts Mountain Dew (depending on how strong you like your drinks).

Mtn Dew is a citrus-flavored soda with hints of lemon, lime, and orange. The drink can be garnished with a lemon wedges–I like the added citrus flavor!

How I make Vodka and Mountain Dew for a party

This recipe as written is for 1 drink, but let’s face it, this drink is perfect to share! Here’s how I alter it for a party:

Figure out how many people are coming to your party and adjust the servings — For example if you’re having 10 people at your party, you’ll need to 10x this recipe.
Fill up a pitcher — to the pitcher, add Vodka and Mountain Dew, and ice. Stir and chill.
Pour into ice-filled glasses — divide the pitcher contents equally among the glasses.
Garnish — I add plenty of lemon slices to my batch.

Why I love this recipe!

Zesty Flavors! Citrus definitely make the list of my favorite summertime flavors!
Easy To Make! Easily combine the ingredients in a glass and enjoy in under a minute!
Smooth! The vodka is mostly hidden by Mtn Dew’s citrus soda taste!
Large Batch! Depending on the size of my crowd, I can easily scale it to yield more servings!

What do I need to make a Vodka and Mountain Dew?

This Vodka and Mountain Dew recipe comes together easily and goes down smooth! To make this mixed drink, I gather:

Vodka – Any vodka will do. I like Smirnoff or Absolut–no need for expensive liquor in my drinks!
Mountain Dew – Bubbly, citrusy sweetness. I’m watching my figure, so I use diet Mtn Dew.
Ice – Keeps your Vodka and Mountain Dew cocktails perfectly chilled!
Garnish – Optional lemon wedges.

Equipment needed

Highball Glass: A highball is a tall, skinny glass.
Bar Spoon: The long handle on bar spoons makes it really easy to stir and not make a mess.
OXO Angled Jiggers: My go-to measuring tools for cocktails.
Ice Cube Tray: You’ll need plenty of ice on hand to fill up your highball glass.

Vodka and Mountain Dew tips

Here’s how I take this party drink to the next level!

The 1:5 pour creates a Vodka and Mountain Dew. To make this in the average 10 oz highball glass, I simply pour over lots of ice!
I recommend cooling the vodka in the freezer for ultimate chill—I find that this helps the ice melt slower.
I always make sure everything is ice cold (even the glass)
Don’t skimp on the lemon wedge!

When to serve Vodka and Mountain Dew

Summer cocktail
Summer barbecue
Brunch
Cocktail party
After dinner drink

The Vodka and Mountain Dew ratio

Here’s the right vodka to Mtn Dew ratio:

1 part vodka to 5 parts Mtn Dew OR
1 oz vodka to 5 oz Mtn Dew

You can adjust the ratio depending on how strong you like your cocktails.

Tip: Add lemon for complexity!

As you know I like lemons, so when I mix this drink–I add extra lemon juice and wedges! But it still tastes delicious without the extras.

I recommend muddling 2 lemon wedges in the glass first. The drink begs for the lemon’s brightness to cut Mountain Dew’s sweetness!

Ways I customize my Vodka and Mountain Dew

There are lots of fun ways that you can gussy this cocktail up a bit. For example, feel free to…

Add heat. Muddle in a slice of jalapeño to kick this drink up a spicy notch.
Make it fruitier. Feel free to use a flavored vodka like blue raspberry. Or add some black cherry Kool Aid. Or pineapple juice.
Make it boozier. For a boozier cocktail, feel free to add a splash of Midori.

This simple drink is just the thing when you’re in a hurry. Vodka and Mountain Dew is a delicious combo that’s so easy to make!

I love creating easy 2-ingredient cocktails at home! If you were to ask me one of my favorite easy vodka party recipe, I’d this Vodka and Mountain Dew drink is on my list.

Vodka and Mountain Dew variations

For a more cocktails using vodka and Mountain Dew, I would try:

Easy Jungle Juice: In a glass mix 2 oz vodka with 6 oz Mountain Dew. Add a tbsp of powdered Kool-Aid (Blue Raspberry Lemonade flavor). Stir gently and pour over ice. Drink immediately.

Swamp Frog: In a tall glass, mix 1/2 oz vodka, 1/2 oz Everclear, 1 oz limeade (frozen concentrated), 3 oz Sour Apple Pucker, 3 oz Mountain Dew. Stir, add ice, and drink immediately.

Mountain Dew Moscow Mole: In a mule mug mix 3 oz Russian vodka and 3 oz Mtn Dew over ice. Garnish with a lime wheel and mint.

You might also try different Mtn Dew flavors like:

Vodka with Mountain Dew Baja Blast
Vodka with Mountain Dew Code Red
Vodka with Mountain Dew Gold
Vodka with Mountain Dew Voltage

Vodka and Mountain Dew FAQs

What does Mountain Dew taste like?

I would describe Mountain Dew as having a citrus-y sweetness. Some liken it to a sweeter version of Gatorade or a melted popsicle.

How strong is a Vodka and Mountain Dew?

The Vodka and Mountain Dew highball is approximately 6.67% ABV. This makes it similar in strength to a beer or wine cooler.

How many calories are in Vodka and Mountain Dew?

A Vodka and Mountain Dew mixed drink made with 1 oz of vodka and 5 oz of Mountain Dew contains approximately 137 calories.

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