Girly Pop's Explosive Start to Dirty Soda Vending

A Sweet Success Story in Street Vending

Well, howdy, howdy, howdy! I'm back again, and this one’s gonna knock your socks off.

If you've ever thought about getting into the vending business but were worried about cost, setup, or just plain scared of failure — let me introduce you to Brooke Ronan.

She’s a street vending rockstar who turned a cute little side idea into a booming dirty soda empire called Girly Pop… pulling in $30K in a single week!

I had the pleasure of interviewing her with my good buddy Jason Brown, and y’all — it’s inspirational, educational, and downright exciting.

So buckle up and grab a soda (dirty or not), and let’s get into it.

From Boudoir to Dirty Soda Bubbles – Meet Brooke

Brooke lives in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan — yup, way up there — with her husband and four kids.

She already owned a photography business (Bombshell Boudoir), but wanted something the kids could get involved with.

So they brainstormed and decided to start a glorified lemonade stand… only instead of lemonade, they’d serve dirty sodas.

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That’s sodas with all kinds of add-ins — creams, syrups, fruits — made fancy, flavorful, and Instagrammable.

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Think soda meets milkshake meets party in a cup!

What started as a fun idea turned into something much, much bigger.

The First Event Changed Everything

Brooke said it was during their very first event that she and her husband looked at each other and knew — they were going to need help.

The crowds were massive, the lines were long, and the response was electric.

In just two and a half months, they pulled in nearly $70,000, with one week alone bringing in a jaw-dropping $30,000.

Let that sink in.
Dirty sodas.

One week.
30 grand.

💥 What Made Girly Pop Explode?

Branding, Baby

Brooke has a killer sense of branding and marketing.

Their drinks have fun, flirty names like Malibu Barbie, Pres Kyle Punch, and Marquette Mermaid — all designed with their location and target customer in mind.

Bright colors, candy straws, disco balls — it's a whole vibe.

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Their booth and drinks are social media gold — people want to share them, snap pics, and show off what they just bought.

Smart Expansion

She didn’t sit on her success.

After one tent setup, Brooke bought a used trailer and remodeled it herself — and now runs multiple setups with a 12-person team.

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This allows Girly Pop to vend at multiple events simultaneously, multiplying their earnings and reach.

Strategic Locations

From farmers markets to big festivals, Brooke knew where her audience was — and she went there.

Even when spots were full, her branding was so solid that event organizers made space for her.

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Dirty Sodas — The Low-Cost, High-Profit Superstar

Handle the Truth

Dirty sodas are cheap to make — we’re talking 50 cents or less in cost per drink.

Brooke’s average sale is about $12 per drink.

That’s a markup most vendors dream about.

Think about that: minimal setup cost, quick production, massive margin, and huge crowd appeal.

If you’re just starting or looking to add something new to your vending lineup — dirty sodas might be your golden ticket.

Vendor Success: Not Gatekeeping, Just Giving

One of the most amazing parts of Brooke’s journey is her desire to help others.

She’s out there on TikTok, sharing her backend sales, her exact process, her challenges and wins — everything.

She’s not afraid of competition; she welcomes it.

She knows, like I know, that people aren’t buying just a drink.

They’re buying the experience, the presentation, and the vibe.

And even if two stands sold the same drink, they wouldn’t be the same.

That’s why she’s not worried about others copying her success — she’s encouraging it.

And I’m proud to be part of helping her spread that message.

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💡 The Dirty Soda Model – Why It Works

Easy to Start

You don’t need a food cart or full kitchen.

A tent and table can get you going.

High Demand

People LOVE these drinks — especially millennials, Gen Z, and families looking for a treat.

Scalable

Once Brooke realized how big this could get, she scaled fast by adding help and expanding into trailers and more locations.

All-Weather Viable

She’s already planning for winter vending in Michigan!

That’s right — recurring events at hospitals and businesses, plus plans to expand into warmer states to keep business booming all year long.

How You Can Get Started

If you’re reading this and thinking, “Dang, maybe I could do this too…” — YOU CAN.

There are no gatekeepers here.

Brooke’s proof that with heart, hustle, and a great product — you can change your life, support your family, and maybe even start a vending empire of your own.

You don’t need to start with thousands.

You don’t need a food truck.

You need an idea, a plan, and the guts to give it a try.

And if you want to take your vending business to the next level, go and get together with the best vendors on the planet inside the Vendors United community.

You can learn about it HERE (it is 100% free to try it out for 5 days!!)…

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Dirty Sodas Are Here to Stay

The success of Girly Pop isn’t a fluke.

It’s proof of what’s possible in this amazing world of street food vending — especially when you bring style, strategy, and heart to the table (or the soda stand).

Whether you’re a seasoned vendor or just starting out, dirty sodas are worth exploring.

And if you’re wondering whether you can make serious money doing this — well, Brooke just showed you the receipts.

Now go grab a cup of inspiration… and maybe a splash of coconut cream.

Watch the full $30K With dirty sodas video Interview HERE…