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From sweet treats to protein boosts, chains are banking on beverages to drive sales
CNBCยท 2025-08-19 19:49
In this articleMCDwatch nowIf it feels like there are a lot of new drinks on restaurant menus, it's because there are.Driven by younger consumers who crave customized, cold beverages, chains from Dunkin' to Dutch Bros, Starbucks and McDonald's are answering the call.The number of beverages offered by the top 500 chains has increased by more than 9% in the last year, according to Technomic's 2025 Away-From-Home Beverage Navigator Report. Companies have leaned even more into cold drinks. Offerings like specia ...