McDonald’s is making a big change to menus in days and customers can’t wait
MCDONALD’S customers can’t wait for a big change the fast food giant is about to make to its menu in just days.
Those with a sweet tooth had been calling for the return of the drink which appeared for just one week at the end of summer.
The Grimace Shake was originally introduced in the US in 2023 to celebrate the 52nd birthday of Grimace, one of McDonald’s mascots.
Despite being on sale for just a month, the drink quickly garnered a cult following and trended heavily on social media.
It eventually made its way to the UK for one week from August 28 to September 3 this year, to celebrate the chain’s 50th anniversary of its first store opening here.
Now, the fan-favourite drink will return to all 1,450 McDonald’s stores across the UK on December 11.
The blueberry-flavoured milkshake will be available for a limited time only, lasting either two weeks or until stocks run out.
That means you’ve got to be quick if you want to get your hands on it – as stocks sold out fast last time.
Fans have already jumped on social media to show their excitement for the relaunch.
In a post on Facebook announcing the return of the drink, one user was excited by the news, calling it the “nicest shake” that they had ever had in their life.
Another was fearful of stocks running out and said: “Hopefully there will be enough this time and not run out after a day.”
Other users on X wrote: “I can’t wait to try it!”
Another wrote: “OMG! Can’t wait.”
A third said: “Everyone needs to go out and try it.”
But not all reaction was positive, with some calling the drink “gross”.
Another said: “Tasted it once, won’t be having it again.”
A medium Grimace shake will set you back £2.69 – or £2.99 if you want to upgrade to a large.
This is compared to the usual cost for a regular medium McDonald’s milkshake which is £1.99 or £2.19 for a large.
How to save at McDonald's
You could end up being charged more for a McDonald's meal based solely on the McDonald's restaurant you choose.
Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other.
You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by filling in a feedback survey found on McDonald’s receipts.
The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey.
You’ll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer.
There are some deals and offers you can only get if you have the My McDonald’s app, so it’s worth signing up to get money off your meals.
The MyMcDonald’s app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up.
You can also bag freebies and discounts on your birthday if you’re a My McDonald’s app user.
The chain has recently sent out reminders to app users to fill out their birthday details – otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats.
However bear in mind that prices can vary depending on which McDonald’s store you are visiting.
The Grimace Shake is the first time McDonald’s has mixed things up with its flavours – which are typically just strawberry, chocolate and vanilla.
Like a normal McDonald’s milkshake it has a creamy and milky base, combined with brightly-coloured blueberry-flavoured syrup.
Previously the chain has offered other exclusive drink flavours but with its frappe menu, such as the Biscoff Frappe which was briefly available earlier this year.
To keep track of new menu items and their prices you can use the McDonald’s app, which can also help you collect points and rewards.
For example, there is a whole new 2024 winter menu to get stuck into, with the return of more fan-favourites as well as brand-new additions.