McDonald’s followers name for axed merchandise to be made everlasting DAYS earlier than it is relaunched within the UK
McDonald’s fans are buzzing with excitement as they anticipate the relaunch of a much-loved menu item in a matter of days.
The Grimace Shake will return to menus in all 1,450 UK McDonald’s restaurants from December 11 after being previously axed.
The vibrant, blueberry-flavoured milkshake, inspired by the iconic purple mascot Grimace, first made its UK debut in August, where it quickly sold out after going viral on social media.
Originally a classic Stateside flavour, the Grimace Shake’s creamy, unique-coloured blend has proved to be a hit among sweet-toothed Brits, and many have been eagerly awaiting its return.
This time, the Grimace Shake will be available for only two weeks – or while stocks last – so fans are advised to act quickly to avoid missing out.
Anticipation for the Grimace Shake’s comeback has already sparked a wave of excitement online, with fans taking to social media to share their enthusiasm.
On X, one person wrote: ‘The Grimace Shake is returning (for the first time in my country), I can’t wait!’
A second advised: ‘So, the Grimace Shake is coming to the UK for a limited time. If you’re gonna try it, it’s a very sweet berry, vanilla bubblegum flavoured milkshake.’
The Grimace Shake will return to menus in all 1,450 UK McDonald’s restaurants from December 11 after being previously axed
The vibrant, blueberry-flavoured milkshake, inspired by the iconic purple mascot Grimace, first made its UK debut in August , where it quickly sold out after going viral on social media
A third wrote: ‘Petition to get the grimace milkshake on the permanent menu for the uk. how can you expect me to only enjoy this DELIGHT for a week? #grimacemilkshake.’
Meanwhile, another described the purple-hued beverage as the ‘best milkshake on the menu.’
The Grimace Shake will cost £2.69 for a medium or £2.99 for a large, slightly pricier than McDonald’s classic milkshakes, which cost £1.99 and £2.19 respectively.
However, prices may vary by location, so it’s worth checking ahead at your local branch.
Unlike McDonald’s traditional flavours – strawberry, chocolate, banana and vanilla – the Grimace Shake offers a bold twist with its blueberry-flavoured syrup blended into the fast food gian’ts signature creamy milkshake base.
It marks a rare move for McDonald’s to experiment with its milkshake offerings in the UK, though fans were treated to other limited-edition drinks, such as the Biscoff Frappé, earlier this year.
In its biggest expansion since 2002, the fast food chain announced in August a £1billion investment with a view to ‘supporting successful high streets’.
Originally a classic Stateside flavour, the Grimace Shake’s creamy, unique-coloured blend has proved to be a hit among sweet-toothed Brits, particularly those on TikTok
Anticipation for the Grimace Shake’s comeback has already sparked a wave of excitement online, with fans taking to social media to share their enthusiasm
The rollout will test new restaurant formats, including smaller branches, and is set to create some 24,000 jobs.
It follows a grim few years for once bustling shopping hubs with recognisable names vanishing nationwide. Yesterday, Ted Baker became the most recent addition to the scrap heap after the closure of its last 31 stores.
However, the move will spark concerns amid Britain’s obesity crisis, which costs the country £100billlion per year, according to a recent analysis.
Experts have long blamed the nation’s ever-expanding waistline on the rise of processed, calorie-laden food served in restaurants such as the 200 new ones which will be opened by 2028.
McDonald’s new £1bn announcement, made in a report marking the brand’s 50th year in Britain, represents a marked increase on the £618million invested in the five years to 2023.
