A Viral Twist on a Classic: Slice Debuts Ready-to-Drink “Dirty Soda” Line

Slice, the iconic '80s soda brand recently reimagined by Suja Life, is officially jumping on the internet's favorite beverage trend. According to reports from Allrecipes and PR Newswire, the brand has launched its Slice Dirty Soda line—the first-ever ready-to-drink (RTD) version of the “dirty soda” phenomenon.

Traditionally, a “dirty soda” requires manual mixing of soda, cream, and fruit syrups. Slice is now offering that same indulgent, creamy experience straight from the can, without the DIY mess.

The Debut Flavors

The collection launches with two distinct varieties that lean into nostalgic flavor profiles:

• Dirty Orange: A creamy reimagining of the classic orange soda. It features a bright citrus base with a smooth, vanilla-forward finish that mimics a creamsicle. (60 calories)
• Dirty Strawberry: A “fresh take” on strawberry soda, blending juicy berry notes with a rich, velvety texture reminiscent of a strawberry-and-cream treat. (50 calories)

What Makes it “Dirty”?

The biggest challenge for a canned “dirty” soda is maintaining the creamy texture without the dairy curdling. Slice has solved this with a unique ingredient:

• MCT Oil: Instead of traditional heavy cream or artificial dairy flavors, Slice uses coconut-derived MCT oil. This provides the “smooth, indulgent mouthfeel” fans expect while keeping the product shelf-stable and vegan.
• Gut Health Benefits: Like the rest of the Slice lineup, these sodas are packed with a signature blend of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics.
• Better-for-You Specs: Each 12-ounce can contains only 4 grams of sugar, is non-GMO, gluten-free, and contains no high-fructose corn syrup.

Availability

The Slice Dirty Soda line is making its debut as a retail exclusive before a wider rollout:

• Where to Buy: Currently available at Target stores nationwide.
• National Expansion: Additional retail partners are expected to begin stocking the Dirty Soda line later this summer.

This is a major win for fans of the “dirty soda” trend who don't live near a specialty soda shop. By combining functional gut-health benefits with a viral flavor trend, Slice is positioning itself as a leader in the “modern nostalgia” beverage space.