Dunkin' Donuts is preparing to roll out its viral 48-ounce cold beverage buckets across numerous locations in the United States, according to a prominent food blogger. The chain first tested the Beverage Buckets, featuring a unique lid and straw, in select stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire back in February. At that time, customers could purchase a coffee bucket starting at $8.99 or a refresher for $9.49.
Now, Dunkin' intends to reintroduce its largest drink size to commemorate Memorial Day Weekend, as reported in a Tuesday Instagram post by food blogger Markie Devo. He indicated that when customers order an iced coffee or refresher on May 22, they can opt to have it served in the 48-ounce bucket. However, the pricing for the buckets remains undisclosed, and they will be available only at participating locations while stocks last. The Independent has reached out to a Dunkin' representative for comment.
Many Dunkin' customers expressed their enthusiasm in the comments section 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 were initially launched in New England in February, some customers were thrilled by the prospect of a potentially massive caffeine intake. Conversely, other Dunkin' fans expressed frustration over the limited release.
The massive bucket is not the only new offering at Dunkin'. As part of its summer menu release last month, the retailer joined the dirty soda trend by introducing the Dunkin' Dirty Soda, which combines Pepsi, coffee milk, and sweet cold foam. For the summer season, Dunkin' also unveiled a line of Black Cherry refreshers and an Oreo-themed lineup of espresso, matcha, and frozen drinks.
In January, the brand capitalized on the viral protein craze by launching its first Protein Milk, which, according to a press release at the time, provides “a simple way to add protein to the drinks they already love.” 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.
