Taco Bell’s Baja Blast is one of the most exclusive fast-food beverages out there — a tropical lime-flavored Mountain Dew that you can only get at Taco Bell locations. That exclusivity has made it legendary among fans, but now you can make a remarkably close version at home anytime the craving hits.
The Secret
The distinctive teal color and tropical flavor of Baja Blast comes from combining regular Mountain Dew with a blue-colored sports drink. The lime additions are what elevate it from a simple soda mix into that signature tropical citrus profile. The ratio of Mountain Dew to blue sports drink is the most important factor — too much blue and it tastes medicinal, too little and it just tastes like lemon-lime soda.
Pro Tips
- Keep all ingredients as cold as possible before mixing to preserve maximum fizz.
- For a frozen Baja Blast, blend the mixture with ice in a blender until slushy.
- Adjust the blue Powerade ratio to get your preferred shade of teal.
- This recipe scales easily for parties — just maintain the 2:1 ratio of Dew to blue sports drink.
