McDonald’s Drinks Menu 2026: Refreshers, Crafted Sodas and Energy Drinks
I know it’s really hard to keep track of the drinks on the McDonald’s Menu now that Refreshers, crafted sodas and an energy drink have joined the usual Coca-Cola and McCafé coffee. You walk up to the screen, see names like Sprite Berry Blast or Dragonberry Energizer, and wonder what is in them, what they cost and how much caffeine you are about to drink. That is exactly why We put this guide together, where you get every new drink with Prices, flavors, caffeine facts and a simple way to choose. Let’s Start Finding Your Best McDonald’s Drink Today.
Last updated: 6 November 2026. Prices and availability vary by restaurant, so always check the McDonald’s app before you order.
What Is New on the McDonald’s Drinks Menu in 2026?
McDonald’s made drinks a big focus this year. Refreshers and crafted sodas rolled out across the US in May 2026, and the first McDonald’s energy drink, the Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer, started at participating restaurants on August 17. Here is the full lineup in one place, with price ranges reported by Food Republic, which lists the prices by size.
| Menu Item | Type | What Is in It | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mango Pineapple Refresher | Refresher | Lemonade base, mango and pineapple, strawberry popping boba | $4.99 to $5.49 |
| Strawberry Watermelon Refresher | Refresher | Lemonade base, strawberry and watermelon, freeze-dried strawberry | $4.99 to $5.49 |
| Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher | Refresher | Lemonade base, blackberry and passion fruit, freeze-dried dragon fruit | $4.99 to $5.49 |
| Sprite Berry Blast | Crafted soda | Blue raspberry Sprite with cold foam | $4.09 to $4.89 |
| Vanilla Swirl with Coca-Cola (Dirty Dr Pepper also offered) | Crafted soda | Coke with vanilla and cold foam | $3.89 to $4.79 |
| Orange Dream with Fanta (Hi-C version also offered) | Crafted soda | Orange soda with vanilla and cold foam | $3.89 to $4.79 |
| Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer | Energy drink | Red Bull, blue raspberry flavor, freeze-dried dragon fruit | $4.99 |
Food Republic lists these as the new drink debuts of 2026. Prices differ by location, so treat the ranges as a guide, not a promise.
The Refreshers
The three Refreshers all start with a lemonade base. According to local news coverage of the launch, a medium comes with four pumps of syrup, and swapping lemonade for water cuts the sweetness and the calories.
- Mango Pineapple Refresher: a tropical flavor topped with strawberry popping boba. This is the most playful one on the list, and I would try it first if you like texture in your drink.
- Strawberry Watermelon Refresher: a light, summery flavor with freeze-dried strawberry on top.
- Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher: a tangier choice with freeze-dried dragon fruit.
McDonald’s says its Refreshers contain some caffeine, but the amount is not published on the pages I checked. If you are sensitive to caffeine, check the nutrition details in the app first.
The Crafted Sodas
These are the “dirty soda” style drinks, a soda with flavored syrup and a layer of cold foam on top.
- Sprite Berry Blast: blue raspberry flavor with cold foam. Fans on social media say it tastes like a blue slushie without the brain freeze.
- Vanilla Swirl with Coca-Cola or Dirty Dr Pepper: a classic soda with vanilla and cold foam. One customer called the Dirty Dr Pepper “solid” but said Sonic makes a better one.
- Orange Dream: Fanta orange soda with vanilla and cold foam. A Hi-C version is available too.
If you want a sweet treat that costs less than a Refresher, the crafted sodas are the cheapest of the new drinks. They are also very sweet. Some customers report the large Sprite Berry Blast has around 82 grams of sugar, but I could not confirm that on a McDonald’s page, so check the nutrition calculator before you order a large.
Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer
The Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer is McDonald’s first energy drink in the US. It combines Red Bull, blue raspberry syrup and freeze-dried dragon fruit, served over ice. McDonald’s announced it on August 11, and it started on August 17 at participating restaurants.
There is also a Reduced Sugar Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer made with Red Bull Zero. McDonald’s lists it at 100 calories and footnotes 80 mg of caffeine per Energizer, the same as Red Bull Zero. The page I checked does not give the caffeine for the regular version, so ask your restaurant or check the app. McDonald’s says energy drinks are not recommended for children, pregnant or nursing women, or people sensitive to caffeine.
How Much Caffeine Are You Getting?
Here is what we know, and what we do not.
- Reduced Sugar Dragonberry Energizer: 80 mg of caffeine (footnoted by McDonald’s).
- Regular Dragonberry Energizer: amount not published on the page I checked.
- Refreshers: contain some caffeine, amount not published.
- Crafted sodas: caffeine depends on the soda. A Coca-Cola or Dr Pepper base has caffeine, while Sprite and Fanta do not normally contain it, but check the label for your drink.
For context, the FDA says most healthy adults can have up to 400 mg of caffeine per day. If you already had a coffee this morning, add it up before you order an energy drink.
Are the New Drinks Worth the Price?
This is where customers are divided. Reporting from The Daily Meal says the main complaint is price, with one fan paying $8.24 for two large Berry Blasts and another calling it “Starbucks prices at McDonald’s.” Basic fountain sodas are still cheap, around $1.25 at some restaurants, which makes the specialty drinks look expensive by comparison. On the other hand, McDonald’s is reported to be pricing these drinks below Starbucks, Dutch Bros and Sonic.
My simple rule: if you want something special or shareable, the new drinks are fun. If you just want a cold drink with your meal, a regular soda is the better value.
Which McDonald’s Drink Should You Pick?
- Best for fruit lovers: the Mango Pineapple Refresher.
- Best for a lower price: a crafted soda like the Orange Dream or Vanilla Swirl.
- Best for a caffeine boost: the Dragonberry Energizer, or the Reduced Sugar version if you want fewer calories.
- Best for a lighter drink: a Refresher with water instead of lemonade, which cuts sweetness and calories.
- Best for sharing with kids: a crafted soda without the energy drink, since the Energizer is not recommended for children.
Pair Your Drink With the Right Meal
The new drinks go well with the usual favorites like fries, McNuggets and a Big Mac. If you are ordering in the morning, take a quick look at the McDonald’s Breakfast Menu first, since a hash brown and a McCafé drink make a quick combo. Breakfast items follow the breakfast hours at your restaurant, so confirm what is available in the app.
FAQs
Does McDonald’s sell energy drinks?
Yes. The Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer started at participating US McDonald’s on August 17, 2026, and there is a reduced sugar version made with Red Bull Zero.
What are the new McDonald’s Refreshers?
There are three: Mango Pineapple, Strawberry Watermelon and Blackberry Passion Fruit. They use a lemonade base and have toppings like boba or freeze-dried fruit.
What is a McDonald’s crafted soda?
It is a soda with flavored syrup and cold foam on top, similar to a “dirty soda.” The lineup includes Sprite Berry Blast, Vanilla Swirl with Coca-Cola (also served as a Dirty Dr Pepper) and Orange Dream.
How much caffeine is in the Dragonberry Energizer?
McDonald’s footnotes 80 mg per Reduced Sugar Dragonberry Energizer. The regular version’s amount is not listed on the page I checked.
Final Thoughts
McDonald’s drinks menu is bigger than it has ever been, with three Refreshers, three crafted sodas and the first Red Bull energy drink. Choose a crafted soda if you want a lower price, a Refresher if you want fruit, and the Dragonberry Energizer when you need a real boost. Now that you know what is in each cup, Open The McDonald’s App And Try Your Next Drink Today.
