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As summer approaches, Sonic has introduced a refreshing new drink lineup that promises to quench your thirst with vibrant flavors and a lighter touch. Featuring three exciting Refreshers alongside a unique slushy, this menu is designed for those seeking something deliciously different.
- Sonic launched three new Refreshers made with green tea, real fruit, and electrolytes, plus a Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush.
- The Refreshers are light and not overly sweet, with Mango Peach standing out for its subtle, iced-tea-like flavor.
- The Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush is the must-order, delivering a creamy, cinnamon-strawberry hybrid that Delish editors loved.
Sonic has long been a leader in the fast-food beverage scene, offering everything from soft drinks to milkshakes, slushes, and lemonades. As popular trends like “dirty sodas” and more health-conscious options gain popularity, the chain is responding with a new collection of Refreshers and a standout slushy that appears perfect for summer.
The new Refreshers are available in both still and sparkling options and utilize green tea concentrate, real fruit, and electrolytes. This blend positions them as a lighter alternative to the chain’s typical sugary beverages, and they successfully deliver on that promise.
These drinks are not overly sweet, with the green tea base making them resemble lightly flavored iced tea more than a typical sugary refresher.
<h2 id="mango-peach-refresher" data-node-id="7" class="body-h2 css-iclhrb emevuu60">Mango Peach Refresher</h2>
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<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="9" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">The Mango Peach Refresher was the highlight of the lineup. Its subtlety is its strength, providing just enough mango and peach flavor without becoming syrupy. It resembles an unsweetened iced tea with a refreshing hint of fruit—an unexpected delight from Sonic.</p>
<h2 id="strawberry-passion-fruit" data-node-id="10" class="body-h2 css-iclhrb emevuu60">Strawberry Passion Fruit</h2>
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<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="12" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">The Strawberry Passion Fruit Refresher also boasts a refreshing profile, with a slightly sweeter touch from the strawberry pieces while maintaining a well-balanced and light taste.</p>
<h2 id="berry-citrus-refresher" data-node-id="13" class="body-h2 css-iclhrb emevuu60">Berry Citrus Refresher</h2>
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<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="15" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">The Berry Citrus Refresher is the boldest of the bunch, featuring a sweeter profile with a hint of floral notes. It closely resembles a typical refresher, offering a notable flavor impact.</p>
<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="16" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">Now, it’s time to highlight the drink that truly mesmerized everyone.</p>
<h2 id="strawberry-horchata-cream-slush" data-node-id="17" class="body-h2 css-iclhrb emevuu60">Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush</h2>
<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="18" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">The Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush takes the concept of “dirty soda” and elevates it. Combining their signature slush with soft serve creates a unique texture that balances between a milkshake and a slushy, reminiscent of a richer frosted lemonade.</p>
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<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="20" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">The horchata flavor comes through unexpectedly well, blending the warmth of cinnamon with real strawberry notes, providing a well-rounded taste without becoming too sweet.</p>
<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="21" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">All four editors who tasted it shared the same initial reaction: wow.</p>
<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="22" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">Senior Editor <a href="https://www.delish.com/author/225114/samantha-macavoy/" target="_blank" data-vars-ga-outbound-link="https://www.delish.com/author/225114/samantha-macavoy/" data-vars-ga-ux-element="Hyperlink" data-vars-ga-call-to-action="Samantha MacAvoy" data-node-id="22.1" class="body-link css-8bav6j emevuu60">Samantha MacAvoy</a> aptly described it with a simple “Love,” followed by enjoying it so quickly she secured a brain freeze.</p>
<p data-journey-content="true" data-node-id="23" class="css-6wxqfj emevuu60">This drink is perfect for summer, and I plan to order it again.</p>
<h2>Key Takeaways</h2>
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<li>Sonic has debuted three new Refreshers and a Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush.</li>
<li>The Refreshers emphasize a lighter and less sweet flavor profile.</li>
<li>Mango Peach combines subtle fruit flavors, offering a refreshing iced tea-like experience.</li>
<li>Strawberry Passion Fruit leans sweeter with a balanced fruitiness.</li>
<li>The Berry Citrus Refresher stands out with its bold, sweet taste.</li>
<li>The Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush delivers a rich and creamy option with a unique texture.</li>
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<h2>FAQ</h2>
<h3>What are the new drinks Sonic has introduced?</h3>
<p>Sonic has introduced three Refreshers made with green tea, real fruit, and electrolytes, as well as a Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush.</p>
<h3>Are the Refreshers sweet?</h3>
<p>No, the Refreshers are designed to be light and not overly sweet, offering a more tea-like flavor.</p>
<h3>Which Refresher has the most flavor?</h3>
<p>The Berry Citrus Refresher is noted for being the boldest and sweetest option, providing a strong flavor payoff.</p>
<h3>What makes the Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush unique?</h3>
<p>This slush mixes the traditional slushy texture with soft serve for a creamy, unique drink experience.</p>
