Iconic Taco Bell drink is getting a ‘bold' twist — for good. Here's what to know
Mountain Dew Baja Midnight will permanently hit Taco Bell menus nationwide starting Aug. 14, the fast food chain said in an Aug. 12 news release.
The new purple drink is a spin-off of Mountain Dew Baja Blast's 'iconic tropical lime taste,' but with a passion fruit twist.
It's the first time Taco Bell has released a variation of the fan-favorite drink since it was released in 2004.
Customers can order Mountain Dew Baja Midnight in three sizes:
$2.49 small$2.79 medium$2.99 large
The new drink can also be ordered as a Freeze for a limited time in two sizes: $3.79 regular and $3.99 large.
Taco Bell rewards members can get a medium Mountain Dew Baja Midnight for free Aug. 15 by spending $5 or more on the Taco Bell app.
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