# Summery Sour Candy Drinks Jack in the Box Sour Patch Kids Watermelon Drinks Come in Four Options By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-05-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-watermelon-drinks References: [fastfoodclub](https://www.fastfoodclub.com/p/cinnabons-new-dessert-is-a-cookie-dream-come-true/) & [jackinthebox](https://www.jackinthebox.com)  The [Jack in the Box Sour Patch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-soda) Kids Watermelon Drinks are a limited time offering from the [QSR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-slush-float) brand crafted with the signature namesake sour candy in the spotlight to satisfy consumers with a penchant for a new kind of refreshment. The drink range has four options including Lemonade, Shake, Slushie and Twisted Soda, which are each infused with the signature flavor of [Sour Patch Kids Watermelon candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-fruits-tropical-mix). The drinks differ from one another with their taste and texture, but have the classic 'sour then sweet' tasting notes that Sour Patch Kids are known for to unify them under the same menu. The Jack in the Box Sour Patch Kids Watermelon Drinks will be available at all participating locations starting May 29, 2025. Image Credit: Jack in the Box ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 42% - 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Candy-infused Beverages:** The integration of popular candy flavors into beverages offers a novel experience, capturing the curiosity of consumers seeking unique taste profiles. - **Flavor-variation Menus:** Providing a diverse range of flavor options within a single product line attracts consumers looking for personalized taste experiences and explorative choices. - **Sour-to-sweet Flavor Evolution:** Beverage products that mimic the distinct sour-to-sweet taste transition found in candies open new sensory possibilities for adventurous taste seekers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Quick-service Restaurants:** Innovative beverage offerings within QSRs entice existing customers while helping to drive traffic from those looking for exclusive flavors and limited-time experiences. - **Confectionery-influenced Beverage Markets:** The merging of candy and drink industries taps into nostalgic and experimental desires, pushing the boundaries of traditional consumables. - **Beverage Flavor Development:** Advancements in flavor technology enable the creation of complex profiles that mimic beloved candy tastes, allowing companies to innovate within the beverage sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sour Candy Lemonades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-watermelon-lemonade.md) - [Sour Candy Dirty Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-dirty-sodas.md) - [Sour Candy Frozen Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-slush-float.md) - [Sugary Sour Candy Milkshakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-shake.md) - [Layered Ice Cream Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-soda.md) - [Beverage-Flavored Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-snapple-fruit-flavor-mix.md) - [Munchies-Inspired QSR Drink Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-in-the-box-pink-pineapple-express.md) - [Lemonade-Themed Sour Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-lemonade-fest.md) - [Summery Sour Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-patch-kids-watermelon.md)