Oh, you thought we were done? The plot thickens. Diet Dr Pepper freezes at a different temperature than regular Dr Pepper.
Because it uses artificial sweeteners (like aspartame) instead of sugar. Those sweeteners don’t lower the freezing point as much. So Diet Dr Pepper freezes closer to 31°F (-0.5°C).
It’s still warmer than plain water, but colder than the sugary version. That means Diet is more prone to slushie accidents. And yes, it can still explode. Low-calorie doesn’t mean low-drama.
The perfect challenge
Want to try this at home? Do it with intention. Set your freezer to 28°F (-2°C) if you can.
Place a can of Dr Pepper in there for exactly 90 minutes. Gently. Don’t shake it. Then, when you open it, pour it into a glass. Watch it turn into a frozen, fizzy miracle.
It’s like creating a custom slushie from the void. You’ll feel like a mad scientist. And you’ll have a drink that’s so cold it hurts your brain in the best way.