description Mountain Dew Overview
Mountain Dew is a caffeinated citrus-flavored carbonated soft drink developed from a beverage created by Tennessee bottlers Barney and Ally Hartman. The brand was subsequently acquired by Pepsi-Cola in 1964 and became part of PepsiCo's soft-drink portfolio. Its standard formulation is distinguished by a sweet citrus profile and a characteristic yellow-green appearance, while the name is also used for numerous flavored variants intended primarily for the mass soft-drink market.
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Mountain Dew ranks #12 of 168 in the Soft Drink ranking, behind Guaraná Antarctica, ahead of A&W Root Beer.
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How much caffeine is in a regular Mountain Dew?
In the United States, a standard 12-fluid-ounce can contains about 54 milligrams of caffeine. The amount can differ by serving size, formulation, and country, so the package label is the best source for a particular bottle or can.
Why was Mountain Dew originally created?
Tennessee bottlers Barney and Ally Hartman developed the original drink as a mixer for whiskey when their preferred mixer was difficult to obtain locally. The formula later evolved into the caffeinated citrus soda sold nationally.
When did Pepsi acquire Mountain Dew?
Pepsi-Cola acquired the Mountain Dew brand in 1964. It subsequently became one of PepsiCo's major soft-drink lines and expanded into numerous flavors.
Is Mello Yello the Coca-Cola equivalent of Mountain Dew?
Mello Yello is Coca-Cola's caffeinated citrus competitor and was introduced in 1979. Both target a similar soda category, although their flavor formulas, caffeine levels, and regional availability differ.
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