
McDonald’s adds specialty drinks to menu, including refreshers and sodas
ORLANDO, Fla. — McDonald’s is rolling out a new lineup of specialty drinks across the U.S., including refreshers and crafted sodas.The new drinks will be available starting May 6 at participating locations. The lineup includes three refreshers and three sodas featuring flavors like strawberry watermelon, mango pineapple and blackberry passion fruit.Some drinks will include ingredients such as popping boba, freeze-dried fruit and cold foam, according to the company. McDonald’s said the new beverages are being added as a permanent menu option.Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.TOP STORIES FROM WFTV CHANNEL 9Medical episode leads to collision between sedan and school bus in Central FloridaFHP: 3 dead, several hurt in DeLeon Springs head-on crashOrlando Magic fire head coach Jamahl MosleyPresident Trump approves extended red snapper season for Florida fishermenBaby born twice after pioneering surgery in Orlando©2026 Cox Media GroupSanford temple arson suspect captured after police chase, officials sayMedical episode leads to collision between sedan and school bus in Central FloridaBaby born twice after pioneering surgery in OrlandoOrlando Magic fire head coach Jamahl MosleyNation’s top high school jazz band title goes to Central Florida school


