Der Kommissar 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2004 I tried it today. Apparently, it's Mountain Dew mixed with black grape soda. It actually pretty good, I thought. Just wondering if anyone else has head of/tried it yet? Also, what's next? There is apparently, Mountain Dew Red, Mountain Dew Orange, Mountain Dew Blue, Mountain Dew Black, and I believe I heard of Mountain Dew Green awhile back. So, what's next? Mountain Dew Crystal? Mountain Dew Brown? Vanilla Mountain Dew? I am honestly quite curious considering how they seem to come out with a new flavour every year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2004 Please don't tell me the soda is black. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Golgo 13 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2004 Brand Overview: Mountain Dew Pitch Black combines the great taste of Mountain Dew with a blast of black grape flavor. It follows in the footsteps of Mountain Dew LiveWire, which grew the Mountain Dew trademark more than 10% during its inaugural six-month run in 2003. Building on that successful strategy, Mountain Dew Pitch Black will capitalize on excitement leading up to Halloween with a shorter, 10-week on-shelf stretch beginning August 21. In addition to Mountain Dew Pitch Black's spooky package graphics and in-store displays, a theatre commercial - parodying "B" horror movies - will support the new brand in 4,000 movie theatres. Additional marketing support includes an Internet "Dewsletter" and product sampling at General Growth Properties malls and at this week's ESPN X Games in Los Angeles. Mountain Dew Pitch Black will be available in 20-oz bottles, 2-liter bottles and 12-packs of 12-ounce cans. -- Mountain Dew Pitch Black is a novelty drink scheduled to hit stores shelves in late August of 2004. Pitch Black combines grape flavor with Mountain Dew original for a taste that is surprisingly refreshing and a bit more mellow than straight-up Mountain Dew. The near-black color will limit this beverage's mass market potential, but it will undoubtedly generate PR buzz which should prompt consumers to give it a try. We don't see curiousity turning into repeat sales; so Pepsi is definitely doing it right by releasing it for a limited time. Overall, a decent beverage and a creative move for Pepsi. 3/5 - BevNet.com According to the article, it's near black, anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Ill One 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2004 Eh, I'll give it a shot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Nanks Report post Posted August 20, 2004 What's the problem with that? Coke is pretty much black. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
King Kamala 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2004 Tastes like carbonated grape Kool Aid, not bad but certainly nothing I'd drink regularly. Besides I'm not much of a grape soda fan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2004 I've yet to see it where I live, but I'll definitely give it a try if I do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest syncer55 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 Haven't seen it a round here but will definately check it out if I do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lil' Bitch 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 Do they still sell Moutain Dew Live Wire? That stuff was good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krankor 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 Yeah they still sell Livewire. I don't know if I'll like Mountain Dew black...I already have one motor oil sludge looking cola of choice, Coke. I'll give it a shot though... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corey_Lazarus 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 Code Red is still the best Dew. Also...Mountain Dew Green? Isn't that just normal Mountain Dew, considering the soda IS green? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ted the Poster 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 Code Red rules all, no question. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 For the record, I did have some of this last night, and liked it very much. It's the same color as every other grape pop, all grape pops look kind of black. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarvinisaLunatic 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 I didnt like the Lime one from Taco Bell. Chances aren't good I'll like this either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tawren 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2004 Code Red rules all, no question. Agreed. I absolutely love that shit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobber of the Week 0 Report post Posted August 22, 2004 Code Red works in small doses, too much and it tastes like abortion fluid. LiveWire was just bad. Baja Blast was worse. This.... Well, this sounds okay. The soda is not just sludge brown, but is black as night, and the foam bubbles are neon blue. I don't expect it to sell well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Dids Report post Posted August 22, 2004 I'm having some right now... it's grape soda but kinda toned down... good stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest SweetNSexyDiva Report post Posted August 30, 2004 Mmmmm, I love Mountain Dew Pitch Black! It's yummy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the max 0 Report post Posted August 30, 2004 Got some the other day and really liked it. Haven't tried that Baja nonsense yet, but I will in due time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Star Ocean 3 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 I didn't really like Code Red, this black cherry stuff is good, though. I like Livewire best. =( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TSA09 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 It tastes like a wine cooler. My boss did say it would be better with vodka added. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corey_Lazarus 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 Had some the other day when I was driving my buddy Chris to work so he could pick up his paycheck, and then he bought the Benoit DVD with it. Tastes like carbonated Dimetapp. Hated it. Now SoBe. THAT is a great beverage. Doesn't matter the flavor, it's ALL good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 I swear, every God damn time I'm drinking this stuff, one of my co-workers asks me "is that stuff any good?" Um...if I didn't think it was, WHY THE FUCK WOULD I BE DRINKING IT. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 I swear, every God damn time I'm drinking this stuff, one of my co-workers asks me "is that stuff any good?" Um...if I didn't think it was, WHY THE FUCK WOULD I BE DRINKING IT. Well once I drank an entire can of Red Fusion just to test my mettle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ted the Poster 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 Tried it yesterday. It tastes like a monkey- a monkey that's passed its prime. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted August 31, 2004 Finally had some the other day, it was allright, nothing I'd buy regularly though... So as it goes, MD is 2.5 for 4 with me (I love original and Livewire, sorta like PitchBlack and hate CodeRed) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
