Dr. Pepper’s new flavor has a coconut twist: Here’s what it tastes like
Dr. Pepper is releasing a new flavor for the summer.
Starting May 1, Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut and Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut Zero Sugar will be available nationwide through the end of July. The flavor will be sold in 12-oz 12-packs and also 20-oz bottles.
How Does Dr. Pepper Creamy Coconut taste?
According to USA TODAY, Dr. Pepper Creamy Coconut “brings together the perfect combination of the original 23 Dr Pepper flavors with layers of tropical coconut flavor and a delicious, creamy finish.”
So, how does it taste? People Magazine got a first look, and here’s what they have to say:
“There is a distinct tropical scent immediately upon cracking open the regular and zero sugar cans, which initially worried some taste testers that there would be an overbearing coconut flavor. But, to our pleasant surprise, both versions were nicely balanced in having a pop of coconut while still tasting like the beloved soda.
The creaminess in the new flavor is not evident in the appearance of the soda — it is still the dark cola color like the original — but more obvious in the taste. The coconut flavor is reminiscent of a virgin piña colada versus rather than straight-up coconut. Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut Zero Sugar has a little more of an artificial coconut bite than its full-sugar counterpart but still supplies the fruity flavor.”
Other Dr. Pepper flavored treats
Dr. Pepper also released a coconut-flavored creamer in partnership with Coffee-Mate. When mixed with Dr. Pepper, the due creates a dirty soda. Last year, Dr. Pepper teamed up with Blue Bell for a Dr. Pepper-flavored ice cream.