Salted Caramel Root Beer Dirty Soda (Non-Alcoholic, Creamy & Easy Recipe)

Salted Caramel Root Beer Dirty Soda Recipe served in a glass with garnish

4.84 from 6 votes

This Salted Caramel Root Beer Dirty Soda is a creamy, fizzy, and indulgent mocktail that combines the nostalgic flavor of root beer with rich caramel sauce and a splash of cream. Ready in under 5 minutes, it's the perfect sweet treat for any occasion — no alcohol needed.

Course Dirty Soda, Drinks, Mocktails

Cuisine American

Keyword creamy dirty soda, dirty soda recipe, root beer dirty soda, salted caramel dirty soda, salted caramel root beer dirty soda, salted caramel root beer dirty soda recipe

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings serving

Calories 180kcal

Author Zoe Tanaka

Equipment

Glass (12–16 oz)
Measuring spoon

Ingredients

10 –12 oz cold root beer 1 can
1 –2 tablespoons caramel sauce or caramel syrup
2 –3 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half
A pinch of flaky sea salt
Ice cubes
Optional: whipped cream extra caramel drizzle for garnish

Instructions

1. Fill a tall glass 3/4 full with ice cubes.
2. Pour 10–12 ounces of cold root beer over the ice.
3. Add 1–2 tablespoons of caramel sauce or syrup and stir gently.
4. Slowly pour the heavy cream or half-and-half over the back of a spoon to layer it on top.
5. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over the top.
6. Garnish with whipped cream and an extra drizzle of caramel if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use store-bought caramel sauce or make your own for a richer flavor.

For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut cream or oat milk creamer.

The cream should be added last and poured slowly to create a beautiful layered effect.

Best served immediately — the carbonation softens quickly once cream is added.

For extra caramel flavor, use a salted caramel-flavored root beer if available.

Nutrition values are estimated per serving and may vary based on ingredients used.

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