Dunkin' Donuts is set to launch its viral 48-ounce cold beverage buckets at multiple stores across the United States, according to a popular food blogger. The chain initially tested the Beverage Buckets, featuring a unique lid and straw, in several Massachusetts and New Hampshire locations in February. At that time, customers could purchase a coffee bucket starting at $8.99 or a refresher for $9.49.
Now, Dunkin' plans to reintroduce its largest drink size to kick off Memorial Day Weekend, as reported in a Tuesday Instagram post by food blogger Markie Devo. He stated that when customers order an iced coffee or refresher on May 22, they can have it served in the 48-ounce bucket. However, the price of the buckets has not been disclosed, and they will only be available at participating locations while supplies last. The Independent has contacted a representative for Dunkin' for comment.
Many Dunkin' customers expressed their excitement in the comments of the Instagram post. One wrote: “YESSS YES YESSSSSS I WAS WAITING FOR THIS!!!!!!” Another quipped: “I can’t wait to show up to my therapy session with this.” A third added: “This is incredible, looking forward to trying this.” A fourth joked: “Sign me up for an iced coffee bucket anxiety attack.”
When the buckets rolled out in New England in February, some customers were overjoyed at the prospect of the potentially monstrous caffeine intake, while others were frustrated by the limited release.
Other New Offerings at Dunkin'
The massive bucket is not the only new offering at Dunkin'. As part of its summer menu release last month, the retailer hopped onto the dirty soda trend by launching the Dunkin' Dirty Soda, which combines Pepsi, coffee milk, and sweet cold foam. For the summer season, Dunkin' also introduced a line of Black Cherry refreshers and an Oreo-themed lineup of espresso, matcha, and frozen drinks.
In January, the brand joined the viral protein craze and launched its first Protein Milk, which provides “a simple way to add protein to the drinks they already love,” according to a press release at the time. Packed with 15 grams of protein per medium-sized beverage, the special milk aims to offer a “creamy, familiar taste without a chalky texture or aftertaste.” Dunkin' also announced a lineup of protein-packed drinks, including a Strawberry Protein Refresher, Caramel Chocolate Iced Protein Latte, Almond Iced Protein Matcha Latte, and Iced Protein Latte with Sugar-Free Vanilla.
