# Fan-Favorite Creamsicle Shakes Del Taco's Famous Orange Cream Shake is Making a Return By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-12-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-cream-shake References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/12/22/del-taco-brings-back-orange-cream-shake-for-first-time-since-2014/)  It may be the middle of winter, but you can transport yourself straight to summer with just one sip of [Del Taco's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-pinata) Orange Cream Shake. Del Taco fans will remember the brand's popular Orange Cream Shake, which last appeared on menus back in 204. Now the fan-favorite flavor is back for just a limited time. Just as the name suggests, the shake combines creamy vanilla flavors with Orange Fanta for that classic [creamsicle taste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-bell-ice-cream-orange-swirl). The shake is also hand-blended to give it the thick and creamy texture of a milkshake. The returning Orange Cream Shake is available in three sizes – Mini, Regular, and Large – and can be found now at participating Del Taco locations for a short time. Image Credit: Del Taco ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 14% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Seasonal Shake Offerings:** Other fast food chains can capitalize on seasonal shakes by offering limited-time flavors that play into a sense of nostalgia, such as the classic creamsicle taste. - **Handcrafted Beverages:** The popularity of the Orange Cream Shake and other hand-blended beverages indicate an opportunity for fast food chains to differentiate themselves from the competition through unique preparation methods. - **Fruit-flavored Desserts:** As consumers continue to seek out healthier options, fruit-flavored desserts like the Orange Cream Shake could become more popular as a lower-calorie alternative to traditional milkshakes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can take advantage of the popularity of limited-time, nostalgic drink offerings to boost seasonal sales and stand out in a crowded market. - **Beverage:** The trend towards handcrafted beverages offers an opportunity for beverage brands to innovate with unique flavors and preparation methods. - **Dessert:** As consumers become more health-conscious, dessert brands can differentiate themselves through lower-calorie options like fruit-flavored shakes and desserts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rainbow Vanilla Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-pinata.md) - [Blended Sweet Creamsicle Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-cream-pop-shake.md) - [Reformulated Vanilla Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snickerdoodle-shake.md) - [Milestone Birthday Cake Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-birthday-cake-shake.md) - [Spiced Cinnamon Roll Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-roll-shake.md) - [Citrusy Vanilla Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smorange-dreamsicle-shake.md) - [Revived Soft Serve Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-serve-flavor.md) - [Fast Food Soda Floats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-vanilla-cream-soda-freeze.md) - [Soft Serve-Infused Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-cream-float.md)