# Fresh Blue Raspberry Lemonades Penn Station Sandwiches' Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade Comes in 2 Flavors By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2026-08-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshsqueezed-lemonade References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/penn-station-introduces-blue-raspberry-and-strawberry-lemonade-flavors/)  Penn Station Sandwiches (formerly known as Penn Station East Coast Subs) is helping consumers beat the heat this August with the launch of two new flavors of its fresh-squeezed lemonade. Available now through September 6th, the new fresh-squeezed lemonade flavors put a twist on a staple of the brand's menu. As Lance Vaught, President of Penn Station Sandwiches, explains, "Fresh-squeezed lemonade has been a hallmark of the Penn Station experience for over 40 years." What's new is that the brand's lemonade now comes in [Blue Raspberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-raspberry-shake) and Strawberry, both of which are made from fresh lemons squeezed daily and mixed with premium Torani syrups. With the rise of "[little treat culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemonade-bites)" and the demand for everyday indulgences, the fruity new lemonade options are sure to be a hit. Image Credit: Penn Station Sandwiches ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 84% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Flavored Fresh-squeezed Classics:** Heritage menu staples gain renewed relevance when paired with bold, nostalgic flavors that create limited-time excitement without abandoning brand familiarity. - **Everyday Treat Beverages:** Affordable specialty drinks are becoming small indulgences that help quick-service brands capture consumers seeking low-commitment moments of enjoyment. - **Seasonal Syrup Customization:** Premium flavored syrups offer scalable variety for beverage programs, enabling rapid menu experimentation around weather, mood, and consumer cravings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Quick-service Restaurants:** Beverage-led limited-time offers can increase visit frequency and differentiate chains in crowded sandwich and fast-casual markets. - **Nonalcoholic Beverages:** Fresh-prepared fruit drinks with vibrant flavors reflect demand for refreshing, visually appealing alternatives to conventional sodas. - **Flavor Syrups:** Branded syrup partnerships create opportunities for restaurants to expand beverage menus quickly while signaling quality and flavor consistency. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Berry-Forward Cold Herbal Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twinings-refreshers-blueberry-lemon.md) - [Limited-Time QSR Summer Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-summer-menu.md) - [Co-Branded Candy Lemonades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzelmaker-sour-patch-kids-watermelon-lemonade.md) - [Lemonade-Infused Ice Cream Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-shandwich.md) - [Authentically Flavored Drink Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refrigerated-beverages.md) - [Creamy Cafe Lemonades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frosted-strawberry-lemonade.md) - [Creamy Blended Lemonade Refreshments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzelmaker-frosted-lemonades.md) - [Creamy Tart Lemonades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-topped-lemonades.md) - [Lemonade-Based Beverage Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duck-donuts-drinks.md)