Applebee's has three preset Dirty Fountain Sodas: Passion Blue Dew (150 calories), Mango Dream Dew (160) and Cherry Charmed Pepsi (170), each about $3.99. Any fountain soda can be made dirty for $1 more, with whipped cream and a cherry. Through November 15, 2026, there's also a Halloween one, the Graveyard Dirty Soda.
Dirty Soda Prices and Calories
| Dirty soda | Base | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passion Blue Dew | Mountain Dew Dark Berry Bash | $3.99 | 150 |
| Mango Dream Dew | Mountain Dew | $3.99 | 160 |
| Cherry Charmed Pepsi | Pepsi | $3.99 | 170 |
| Any fountain soda, dirty | Your pick | +$1 | Varies |
Prices on these move around more than on most drinks. We've seen $3.79 in some restaurants and higher on delivery apps.
What Makes a Soda "Dirty" at Applebee's
A dirty soda is a fountain soda with cream and flavor added. At Applebee's the presets get a flavor shot, a swirl of half-and-half, whipped cream and a cherry. The trend started in Utah soda shops, and Applebee's put its version on the national menu on October 6, 2025.
The $1 option is simpler. You pick any fountain drink and they top it with whipped cream and a cherry. That's the version to get if you like Starry or Diet Pepsi and don't want Mountain Dew.
The Three Flavors
Passion Blue Dew
Mountain Dew Dark Berry Bash, which already tastes of blue raspberry and blackberry, with passion fruit added. It's the sweetest-tasting of the three and, oddly, the lightest.
- $3.99 · 150 calories
Mango Dream Dew
Regular Mountain Dew with a tangy mango flavor. The citrus in the Dew and the mango sit together well, and the cream softens both. Order this one first. PureWow's reviewer ranked it the best of the three.
- $3.99 · 160 calories
Cherry Charmed Pepsi
Pepsi and grenadine, which ends up tasting like a creamy cherry cola. It's the only one of the three without Mountain Dew, so it's the pick for anyone who doesn't like Dew.
- $3.99 · 170 calories
Dirty Soda Flavor Comparison
| Dirty soda | Base | Flavor additions | Calories | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passion Blue Dew | Mountain Dew Dark Berry Bash | Passion fruit, half-and-half, whipped cream, cherry | 150 | The sweetest-tasting one, and the lightest — if you want flavor without the highest calorie count |
| Mango Dream Dew | Mountain Dew | Mango, half-and-half, whipped cream, cherry | 160 | The tangy option — a reviewer ranked it the best of the three, and the cream softens the citrus edge |
| Cherry Charmed Pepsi | Pepsi | Grenadine, half-and-half, whipped cream, cherry | 170 | The only non-Mountain-Dew preset — the pick for anyone who doesn't like Dew, tasting like a creamy cherry cola |
| Any fountain soda, dirty | Your pick | Whipped cream and a cherry | Varies | Custom orders — including a caffeine-free dirty Starry — for $1 more |
Graveyard Dirty Soda (Halloween 2026)
Part of this year's Spooky Sips, through November 15, 2026: Mountain Dew with blue raspberry, a creamy swirl, whipped cream, grenadine and crushed OREO cookies. It's the heaviest-looking drink on the soda menu and the only one with a crunch. See the rest of the Halloween drinks on signature cocktails.
Caffeine
Two of the three are Mountain Dew, which has more caffeine per ounce than Pepsi. If a child is ordering, or it's late, the Cherry Charmed Pepsi has less. A $1 dirty Starry has none.
Refills
The cream, whipped cream and cherry go on one glass. Don't expect a refill to come back dirty for free. Ask your server how your restaurant charges before you order a second.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Applebee's Dirty Fountain Sodas?
Fountain sodas with a flavor shot, a half-and-half swirl, whipped cream and a cherry. The three presets are Passion Blue Dew, Mango Dream Dew and Cherry Charmed Pepsi.
How much is a dirty soda at Applebee's?
About $3.99 for a preset flavor, though some restaurants charge $3.79. Making any fountain soda dirty costs $1 more.
How many calories are in an Applebee's dirty soda?
150 for Passion Blue Dew, 160 for Mango Dream Dew and 170 for Cherry Charmed Pepsi.
When did Applebee's start selling dirty sodas?
October 6, 2025.
What is the Graveyard Dirty Soda?
A Halloween 2026 dirty soda: Mountain Dew with blue raspberry, cream, whipped cream, grenadine and OREO crumbles, through November 15, 2026.
Can you get a dirty Diet Pepsi at Applebee's?
Yes. Any fountain drink can be made dirty for $1.
Which dirty soda is the best at Applebee's?
The PureWow reviewer who tried the launch lineup ranked the Mango Dream Dew first, so start there if you like Mountain Dew. If you don't like Dew, the Cherry Charmed Pepsi is the one preset made with Pepsi, and the Passion Blue Dew is the lightest at 150 calories.
Do dirty sodas at Applebee's have caffeine?
Two of the three presets are Mountain Dew, which has more caffeine per ounce than Pepsi. The Cherry Charmed Pepsi has less caffeine than the Dew versions, and a $1 dirty Starry has none at all.
More Drinks Without Alcohol
For everything else without alcohol, see non-alcoholic beverages. For the $6 Halloween cocktails, see signature cocktails. Pair a soda with the $9.99 Really BIG Meal Deal, which already includes a fountain drink.