# Menu-Paired Sodas Fanta Vanilla Cherry Spritz Was Made Exclusively for Noodles & Company By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2026-06-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fanta-vanilla-cherry-spritz References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/noodles--companys-mac-experts-have-found-the-perfect-pairing-302805065.html) & [noodles](http://www.noodles.com/rewards/)  [Noodles & Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noodles-company-mac-cheese) is the only restaurant chain with a dedicated Mac Menu, and now, guests can enjoy dishes like Buffalo Chicken Mac or Pulled Pork Mac with the new Fanta Vanilla Cherry Spritz, created by [Coca-Cola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-cherry-float) exclusively for the company. This custom beverage blends Fanta Cherry, Sprite Vanilla, and Minute Maid Cherry Limeade for a sweet and refreshing experience that complements the rich, creamy, classic and comforting taste of macaroni and cheese meals. The limited-time Fanta Vanilla Cherry Spritz, available in regular and zero sugar versions, officially becomes available July 1st, only at Noodles & Company. On National Mac & Cheese Day (July 14th,) Noodles Rewards members can look forward to getting any Mac entrée 50% off with the purchase of any entrée. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.7/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 77% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Menu-paired Beverages:** Custom drinks designed around signature entrées create more differentiated dining experiences and turn beverage programs into a stronger driver of meal attachment and brand identity. - **Exclusive Restaurant Sodas:** Limited proprietary soda blends give restaurant chains a defensible point of distinction while helping beverage partners test new flavor combinations in controlled, high-traffic environments. - **Zero-sugar Flavor Extensions:** Sugar-free versions of indulgent limited-time beverages broaden appeal for health-conscious guests without weakening the novelty and treat-based positioning of the launch. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast-casual Restaurants:** Menu-specific beverage collaborations expand the role of fast-casual chains from meal providers to curated flavor destinations with more reasons for repeat visits. - **Soft Drinks:** Restaurant-exclusive fountain blends offer soda companies a flexible channel for rapid flavor experimentation, consumer feedback, and co-branded product discovery. - **Loyalty Programs:** Reward-linked food and beverage promotions strengthen customer data collection while connecting limited-time menu innovation to measurable purchase behavior. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Garlicky One Pot Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-pot-meals.md) - [Macaroni Streamer-Approved Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-caseoh-pizza.md) - [Tasty Refrigerated Prepared Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refrigerated-prepared-foods.md) - [Portion-Controlled Macaroni Squares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-squares.md) - [Festive Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pigs-in-blankets-mac-cheese.md) - [Elevated Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-over.md) - [Indulgent Wintertime Macaroni Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macncheese-bowls.md) - [Cheesy Tex-Mex Macaronis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-mac-cheese.md) - [Cheesy Macaroni Retailer Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7eleven-japan-yokubari-sando.md)