Swig Cupid’s Crush is a popular limited-time Valentine’s Day “dirty soda” flavor from Swig. It mixes Dr Pepper with cherry and raspberry syrups, real strawberry puree, and vanilla cream. Include Dr Pepper + Cherry + Raspberry + Strawberry Puree + Vanilla Cream
Swig Cupid’s Crush is a popular “dirty soda” featuring a base of Dr Pepper mixed with cherry, raspberry, smooth strawberry puree, and topped with a rich float of vanilla cream.
Base: 12 oz Dr Pepper poured over crushed pebble ice.
Syrups: 1 tablespoon cherry syrup and 1 tablespoon raspberry syrup.
Fruit: 2 tablespoons smooth strawberry puree.
Topping: 2 tablespoons half-and-half or heavy whipping cream mixed with a splash of vanilla.
Profile: 200 calories (standard size); contains 42 mg of caffeine.
Price & Calories
A standard Swig Cupid’s Crush drink has 200 calories, depending on the cup size you order.
The Cupid’s Crush can be customized with different sizes, ice levels, refreshers, flavors, purées, creams, and toppings. Here is the complete customization list shown in the ordering options.
Dietary & Low-Calorie Swaps
Modify the standard build to dramatically reduce sugar and calories:
The Base: Swap regular Dr Pepper for Dr Pepper Zero Sugar or Diet Dr Pepper.
The Syrups: Request Sugar-Free Cherry and Sugar-Free Raspberry syrups.
The Cream: Ask for “Light Cream” or substitute the heavy vanilla cream for a splash of Half & Half, Coconut Milk, or Almond Milk.
The Puree: Keep the Strawberry Puree as it provides the core flavor, but ask for half the portion to lower the sugar.
Caffeine-Free Variations
Enjoy the flavor profile without the caffeine kick:
Root Beer: Swap Dr Pepper for Caffeine-Free Root Beer or Diet Root Beer for a richer, smoother dessert-like profile.
Sprite / 7Up: Use Sprite or Sprite Zero as the base. This completely transforms the drink into a vibrant, bright pink “Italian soda” style beverage.
Cupid’s Crush is a seasonal item on the Swig Valentine’s Day Menu, available every year throughout the first half of February.
Available All Year Round: Because Swig permanently stocks the individual ingredients (Dr Pepper, cherry syrup, raspberry syrup, strawberry puree, and heavy vanilla cream), you can order it as a custom drink on the “secret menu” 365 days a year.
How to Order Swig Cupid’s Crush?
Order by Name: Ask for the “Cupid’s Crush” under the Soda section of the menu.
Choose the Liquid Base: Specify whether you want it made with Flat Water or Sparkling Water.
Select Your Cup Size: Choose between 16 oz (Small), 24 oz (Medium), 32 oz (Large), or 44 oz (X-Large).
Request the Standard Build: Verify it includes sugar-free coconut, sugar-free vanilla, strawberry puree, frozen strawberries, and coconut cream.
Customization Ordering
To Lower the Calories: Ask for “Half Cream” or “No Cream”.
To Make it Completely Dairy-Free: Ask for “Pure coconut milk from the carton, no creamer base”.
Delivery Options
The Swig Cupid’s Crush can be delivered directly to your door through three main channels:
Third-Party Delivery Apps
You can order directly through major delivery services based on local store availability:
DoorDash: Widely supported across most Swig locations.
Uber Eats & Postmates: Available for select locations with standard 30-to-45-minute delivery windows.
The Catch: The native app manages curbside or drive-thru pickup rather than direct home delivery.
UniHop (For Shared Office & Large Group Orders)
How it Works: A specialized courier service tailored for multi-drink group orders.
The Method: You place a mobile pickup order on the official Swig app, then coordinate with UniHop to have a “hopper” pick up the tray directly from the drive-thru lane and drop it off at your location.
Swig Cupid’s Crush Copycat Recipe (24 oz Medium Size)
To make a perfect 24 oz. Medium copycat Swig Cupid’s Crush at home, you will need the exact measurement breakdown of Torani syrups, puree, cream, and soda.
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Yield: 1 serving (24 oz cup)
Caffeine: 0 mg
Ingredients Needed
Dr Pepper: 2 cans (You will use 16 oz. total)
Torani Cherry Syrup: 4.5 teaspoons (0.75 oz. / 3 pumps)
Torani Raspberry Syrup: 4.5 teaspoons (0.75 oz. / 3 pumps)
Strawberry Puree: 3 tablespoons (1.5 oz.)
Heavy Cream & Vanilla Syrup Mix: 1.5 tablespoons (0.75 oz.)
Pebble Ice: Enough to fill a 24 oz. cup halfway
Instructions
Prepare the Cream: Mix 1.5 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream with a tiny splash of vanilla extract or syrup.
Ice the Cup: Fill your 24 oz. glass halfway with crunchable pebble ice (roughly 7 oz. of ice).
Add the Flavor: Pour the cherry syrup, raspberry syrup, and strawberry puree directly over the ice.
Pour the Soda: Slowly fill the cup with 16 oz. of chilled Dr Pepper, leaving a half-inch of space at the top.
Float the Cream: Pour your vanilla cream mix directly over the top of the drink so it cascades downward.
Serve: Insert a wide straw to ensure you get the thick strawberry puree from the bottom of the cup!.
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Yes, but only on the secret menu. While Swig officially features it as a limited-time item during the first half of February for Valentine’s Day, you can order it any day of the year by asking your server for a custom Dr Pepper with cherry syrup, raspberry syrup, strawberry puree, and vanilla cream.
How many calories are in a standard 32 oz. Large Cupid’s Crush?
A standard 32 oz. Large Cupid’s Crush contains exactly 480 calories. The caloric total comes primarily from the high-sugar regular Dr Pepper base, the concentrated liquid flavor syrups, and the heavy dairy cream poured over the top.
Can I order a healthy or sugar-free version of Cupid’s Crush?
Yes, you can significantly lower the calorie count by substituting the regular Dr Pepper for Dr Pepper Zero Sugar or Diet Dr Pepper, requesting sugar-free cherry and sugar-free raspberry syrups, and swapping the heavy vanilla cream for half-and-half or a splash of almond milk.
Does Cupid’s Crush contain dairy or other allergens?
Cupid’s Crush naturally contains dairy due to the heavy vanilla cream topper used to create its signature frothy texture. However, the drink is naturally gluten-free and nut-free, though cross-contamination is always a minor risk due to Swig’s shared prep areas and their frosted cookies.
How much caffeine is in a Medium 24 oz. size?
A Medium 24 oz. Cupid’s Crush contains exactly 82.5 mg of caffeine. The caffeine content is derived entirely from the regular Dr Pepper base soda, which yields approximately 3.44 mg of caffeine per fluid ounce.
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