McDonald’s Launches New Holiday Drink Menu for November 2026
The holiday season has officially arrived at McDonald’s. The fast-food giant launched its 2026 holiday drink menu on Tuesday, 3 November, introducing five limited-time beverages at participating restaurants across the U.S. This year’s lineup is built around two festive flavours: Frosted Cranberry and Cookie Butter. Whether you want a fizzy cranberry treat, an energy boost or a cosy coffee, here’s everything you need to know.
What’s on the McDonald’s Holiday Drink Menu?
McDonald’s 2026 holiday menu includes two cranberry drinks and three Cookie Butter coffees:
- Frosted Cranberry Splash
- Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer
- Cookie Butter Frappé
- Cookie Butter Latte
- Cookie Butter Iced Coffee
Frosted Cranberry Splash
The Frosted Cranberry Splash is a festive upgrade on a classic soda. It combines crisp Sprite with bright orange and cranberry flavours, then finishes with a layer of cold foam and cranberry sprinkles. McDonald’s says the drink uses its own recipe, so it’s not the same as Sprite’s seasonal Winter Spiced Cranberry flavour. It’s a refreshing, caffeine-free option for anyone who wants something festive without the coffee.
Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer
For an extra boost during busy holiday schedules, the Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer pairs the same Frosted Cranberry flavour with Red Bull. You can choose classic Red Bull or Red Bull Zero, and it’s topped with cold foam and cranberry sprinkles. The drink contains about 80 milligrams of caffeine. One Reddit user who said they were a McDonald’s manager described the flavour as light and not overpowering, similar to a gentle cranberry juice.
Cookie Butter Coffee Drinks
Coffee lovers can choose from three Cookie Butter drinks: a Frappé, a Latte and an Iced Coffee. Each features sweet, spiced cookie butter flavour and is topped with sweet vanilla whip and caramel cookie crumbs. The Frappé is blended and icy, the Latte is warm and cosy, and the Iced Coffee is a lighter option for anyone who still prefers cold drinks as the weather cools.
McDonald’s Holiday Drinks at a Glance
| Drink | Base | Flavour | Toppings | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frosted Cranberry Splash | Sprite | Orange and cranberry | Cold foam, cranberry sprinkles | No |
| Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer | Red Bull or Red Bull Zero | Orange and cranberry | Cold foam, cranberry sprinkles | Yes (about 80 mg) |
| Cookie Butter Frappé | Blended coffee | Cookie butter | Vanilla whip, caramel cookie crumbs | Yes |
| Cookie Butter Latte | Espresso and milk | Cookie butter | Vanilla whip, caramel cookie crumbs | Yes |
| Cookie Butter Iced Coffee | Iced coffee | Cookie butter | Vanilla whip, caramel cookie crumbs | Yes |
When and Where Can You Get Them?
The holiday drinks are available now at participating McDonald’s restaurants across the U.S. for a limited time. McDonald’s hasn’t announced nationwide prices, and costs may vary by location. Check the McDonald’s app for availability and deals near you.
How McDonald’s Compares to Other Holiday Menus
McDonald’s isn’t the only chain going big on cookie butter this year. Dunkin’ launched its holiday menu on 4 November with six Cookie Butter drinks, while Starbucks rolled out its holiday lineup on 5 November. McDonald’s stands out with its cranberry drinks, offering a fruity, fizzy alternative for customers who want something different from another latte.
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