# Novel Irish Holiday Milkshakes McDonald's will Release New Shamrock Shake Flavors By Joey Haar | Published 2017-02-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-shamrock-shake References: [eater](http://www.eater.com/2017/2/6/14521142/mcdonalds-shamrock-shake-chocolate-new-flavor) & [chicagotribune](http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-mcdonalds-chocolate-shamrock-shakes-0204-biz-20170203-story.html) With St. Patrick's Day only a few weeks away, [McDonald's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-chocolate-frappe) is releasing several new [Shamrock Shake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-patricks-day-drink) flavors that build on the classic seasonal milkshake. While the original Shamrock Shake will remain on the menu, the QSR has introduced four new beverages based on it: the Chocolate Shamrock Shake, the Shamrock Chocolate Chip Frappe, the Shamrock Hot Chocolate, and the Shamrock Mocha. Of the new Shamrock Shake flavors, only the Chocolate Shamrock Shake keeps the iconic bright green hue of the original dessert drink — and even that option has a half-green, half-cocoa coloring. The other three options look like standard beverages, however their flavors are what separate them from other [McCafe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grinchthemed-cups) offerings. Just like with the original, the new Shamrock Shake flavors will have a hint of mint. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Novel Milkshake Flavors:** Creating unique and exciting flavors for traditional milkshakes can attract customers and create a buzz in the industry. - **Seasonal Beverage Offerings:** Introducing limited-time flavors and variations of popular beverages can drive sales and create a sense of urgency among consumers. - **Flavored Hot Beverages:** Expanding the range of flavored hot beverages can cater to customers' varied preferences and provide a new twist to traditional drinks. ### Who This Affects Most - **Quick Service Restaurants (QSR):** QSRs can innovate their menu offerings by introducing unique and limited-time milkshake flavors to attract customers and stay ahead of the competition. - **Beverage Industry:** The introduction of novel milkshake flavors and seasonal beverage offerings presents an opportunity for beverage companies to tap into consumer demand for new and exciting flavors. - **Coffee Shop Chains:** Coffee shop chains can explore flavored hot beverages, like the Shamrock Mocha, to add variety to their menu and entice customers with limited-time offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minty Chocolate Cookie Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-oreo-shake.md) - [Co-Branded QSR Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mint-mobile-shake.md) - [Festive Green Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cookie-mint-shake.md) - [Colorful Paddy's Day Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-the-rainbow-shake.md) - [Dairy-Free Mint Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucky-leprechaun-shake.md) - [Springtime Dessert Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baileys-mint-choc-milkshake.md) - [Minty QSR Drink Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacks-lucky-mint-trio.md) - [St. Patrick's Day-Themed Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-mint-shakes.md) - [Springtime Holiday Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biggby-coffee-beverages.md)