Dirty soda lands a permanent Aussie home in the Valley
Dirty soda, a popular drink originating from the Mormon community, has officially launched in Brisbane with the opening of What’s Poppin’ in Fortitude Valley. The drink, which combines soda with syrups and cream, has gained a following, leading to long queues at its grand opening. Entrepreneur Madeline Holthe aims to replicate the success of dirty soda in Australia, inspired by its popularity in the United States.
- ▪What’s Poppin’ opened on May 16, 2026, in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
- ▪The drink combines soda with syrups, cream, and sometimes fresh fruit.
- ▪Dirty soda originated in Utah's Mormon community around 2010 as an alternative to alcoholic drinks.
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