A new range of apple pie-themed beverages have been announced by McDonald’s Japan in partnership with the Granny Smith Apple Pie & Coffee shop to offer consumers a range of autumnal indulgences to enjoy.
The new drink menu includes the Apple Pie Frappe, Apple Pie Ice Latte and the Apple Pie Hot Latte, which are all achieved with premium apple-based ingredients like sauces and syrups. The drinks also all feature crushed cigar cookies for a touch of sweet texture and make them appealing for foodies seeking out an alternative way to enjoy the classic flavor of harvest season fruits.
The McDonald’s Japan x Granny Smith Apple Pie & Coffee shop apple pie-themed beverages will be available for a limited time through late November 2019.
Apple Pie-Themed Beverages
McDonald's Teamed Up with Granny Smith in Japan for New Drinks
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