McDonald's Launches "The Grinch Meal" with McShaker Fries
McDonald's is introducing a special "The Grinch Meal" to the United States, featuring the debut of McShaker Fries. These innovative fries will be seasoned with a unique Dill Pickle "Grinch Salt."
The meal includes your choice of a Big Mac or a 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, alongside a medium-sized drink. As a festive bonus, each "The Grinch Meal" comes with a pair of socks adorned with characters from the beloved story – The Grinch, Max, and Cindy Lou Who.
A Seasonal Trend in Fast Food
While the holiday season typically sees new product releases in grocery stores designed to simplify entertaining, fast-food restaurants generally participate with seasonal desserts. Examples include Wendy’s Snickerdoodle Cookie Frosty Fusion, Dairy Queen’s Peppermint Bark Blizzard, and McDonald’s Holiday Pie.
Traditionally, McDonald's focuses its winter menu on the return of popular items like the Holiday Pie and the McRib.
"The holiday season is synonymous with new product launches at the grocery store that aim to make your life just a little bit easier."
Bailey Fink, a news editor at Allrecipes, notes the increasing trend of cooking at home and the less frequent involvement of fast-food chains in holiday promotions beyond desserts.
This new meal represents a departure from McDonald’s usual winter offerings and introduces an exciting, internationally-inspired element to its seasonal menu.
Author's summary: McDonald's is embracing the holiday spirit with a playful "Grinch Meal," complete with unique McShaker Fries and character-themed socks, offering a fresh seasonal experience beyond their traditional pie and McRib focus.