THE DROP

Blueberry meets creamy brie inside a crisp, freezer-ready holiday bite.

Listed now at Target · Announced October 22, 2026 · Limited edition · Exact launch day and end date not announced

The lineup

Blueberry & Brie Cheese Sticks Limited edition

8-count frozen breaded brie-and-blueberry bites, 5.64 oz. Target listing price; store not selected.

$5.99⧢

$5.99 / 8-count, 5.64 oz — Target online listing observed October 28; unselected-store price, not local checkout.

https://corporate.target.com/press/release/2026/10/target-brings-more-value-and-delight-to-thanksgiving-with-a-$30-meal-for-six-and-fresh-takes-on-holi · https://www.target.com/p/-/A-94929545

A new holiday snowman brings crunchy graham-and-caramel flavor under milk chocolate.

2026 holiday flavor available now · Exact launch day and end date not announced

The lineup

Graham & Caramel Milk Chocolate Snowmen Limited edition

4.1 oz bag. Natural graham caramel flavor; package states it does not contain graham. World Market listing price, unselected store.

$8.99⧢

$8.99 / 4.1 oz — World Market product listing observed October 28; not a selected-store or checkout quote.

https://sporked.com/article/ghirardelli-chocolate-snowmen/ · https://www.theimpulsivebuy.com/wordpress/2026/10/22/spotted-ghirardelli-limited-edition-milk-chocolate-graham-caramel-snowmen/ · https://www.worldmarket.com/p/ghirardelli-graham-and-caramel-milk-chocolate-snowmen-bag-4.1-oz.-667500.html

Twenty-eight pull-apart cheese pockets turn the crust into its own side.

Out now at participating locations · Fall 2026 return reported October 22 · Exact start and end dates unannounced

The lineup

Large 1-Topping Cheesy Bites Stuffed Crust Pizza Returning

28 cheese-filled pull-apart crust bites with marinara dipping sauce. Price varies by store.

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https://www.pizzahut.com/c/content/cheesy-bites-stuffed-crust-pizza · https://www.brandeating.com/2026/10/pizza-hut-cheesy-bites-stuffed-crust-pizza-returns-fall-2026.html

Black cake-batter ice cream returns with a spooky taco, candy-loaded cup and shake.

October 1–31, 2026 · At participating locations

The lineup

Boo Batter Ice Cream Taco Seasonal

Boo Batter ice cream in an orange waffle taco shell with chocolate coating and Spooky Sprinkles.

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Treat or Treat Seasonal

Boo Batter ice cream with KIT KAT, Halloween OREO and M&M’S.

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Witches’ Boo Shake Seasonal

Boo Batter ice cream, Halloween OREO, whipped topping and Spooky Sprinkles.

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https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cold-stone-creamery-brings-back-boo-batter-for-a-frightfully-delicious-halloween-302895372.html · https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/menu/limited-time-offers/boo-batter-ice-cream-taco/ · https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/menu/limited-time-offers/treat-or-treat/ · https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/menu/limited-time-offers/witches-boo/

Banana pudding returns while graham-cracker ice cream gets a cookie-butter finish.

September 2–November 17, 2026 · Seasonal menu at participating locations

The lineup

Going Bananas for JELL-O Pudding Returning

JELL-O Banana Cream Pudding Ice Cream with NILLA Wafers, banana and whipped topping.

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Crumb and Get It New

HONEY MAID Graham Cracker Ice Cream with cookie dough, graham crackers and cookie butter.

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https://www.franchising.com/news/20260902_fall_into_something_sweet_at_cold_stone_creamery.html · https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fall-into-something-sweet-at-cold-stone-creamery-302867127.html · https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/menu/limited-time-offers/going-bananas-for-jell-o-pudding/ · https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/menu/limited-time-offers/crumb-and-get-it/

Three new fall dishes are on the Denver menu, with local lunch prices verified.

Fall 2026 menu available now · Exact menu end date unannounced

The lineup

Fusilli al Telefono New

Tomato, mozzarella and roasted-garlic breadcrumbs. Denver lunch menu price.

$19

Tripoline Alfredo New

Grana Padano and white vodka crema. Denver lunch menu price.

$21

Crispy Chicken Piccata New

Strozzapreti, artichoke, lemon, caper, arugula and roasted chicken jus. Denver lunch menu price; dinner $28.

$21⧢

Denver lunch menu: Fusilli al Telefono $19; Tripoline Alfredo $21; Crispy Chicken Piccata $21. Dinner Piccata is $28. Observed October 28; taxes and extras not included.

https://www.northitalia.com/locations/denver-co-cherry-creek-shopping-center/ · https://www.nrn.com/food-trends/menu-tracker-new-items-from-subway-taco-bell-and-starbucks · https://premierguidemiami.com/article/north-italia-brickell-fall-menu-2026

A new mystery sauce leads a box of popcorn chicken, mozzarella sticks, tacos and curly fries.

Starts November 5, 2026 · Limited time, while supplies last · End date unannounced

The lineup

Doomsday Dipping Box New collab

Popcorn Chicken, two Mozzarella Sticks, two tacos, curly fries, drink and three themed dipping sauces. One random blind-bag magnet. Price not announced.

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New Assemble mystery sauce; returning Mutant Marinara; classic Fantastic Buttermilk Ranch. One random collectible magnet per box; eight designs.

https://investors.jackinthebox.com/news/news-details/2026/Jack-in-the-Box-Prepares-for-Marvel-Studios-Avengers-Doomsday-With-a-Dipping-Experience-Built-for-Assembling/default.aspx

Buldak-style chicken and melted mozzarella bring the heat to Bonchon’s new udon trio.

Out now — announced October 27, 2026 · Limited time through March 2027; exact final day unannounced

The lineup

K-Fire Chicken Udon New

Spicy chicken, onions, scallions and mushrooms with udon and mozzarella. Aurora pickup menu price.

$14.99⧢

Bulgogi Stir-Fry Udon Returning

Beef, Soy Garlic sauce, onions and red peppers with udon, scallions and sesame. Aurora pickup menu price.

$14.99⧢

Bacon Kimchi Stir-Fry Udon Returning

Kimchi, bacon, onion and udon in Soy Garlic and Spicy sauces, topped with fried egg. Aurora pickup menu price.

$14.99⧢

$14.99 each — selected Aurora official pickup menu observed October 28, 2026; taxes/extras excluded, not checkout.

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/10/27/3389173/0/en/bonchon-introduces-k-fire-chicken-udon-and-returning-favorites-to-new-udon-obsession-menu.html · https://www.bonchon.com/ · https://order.bonchon.com/menu/co-aurora-s-cornerstar-way-2

Cookie butter white mochas and a warm-spice morning bun join Caribou’s holiday lineup.

Starts November 2, 2026 · Seasonal, while supplies last · End date unannounced

New holiday additions: Cookie Butter White Mocha (hot or iced), Espresso Shaker, Caribou Cooler and Warm Spice Morning Bun.

https://www.cariboucoffee.com/2026/10/caribou-coffee-debuts-cookie-butter-lineup-alongside-returning-holiday-favorites-available-starting-nov-2/ · https://www.nrn.com/food-trends/menu-tracker-new-items-from-subway-taco-bell-and-starbucks · https://locations.cariboucoffee.com/us/co/denver

Snickerdoodle crème joins the holiday snack-cake lineup, with hot-cocoa Donettes and festive favorites back for the season.

2026 holiday lineup rolling into stores · Limited time · Exact launch day and end date not announced

The lineup

Snickerdoodle Flavored Twinkies New

Golden sponge cake with snickerdoodle-flavored creamy filling. 8 individually wrapped cakes, 10.86 oz.

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Hot Cocoa & Marshmallow Flavored Donettes Returning

Mini donuts with cocoa flavor and sweet glaze, returning for the holiday season.

Holiday Cupcakes Returning

Chocolate snack cakes with icing and festive sprinkles, as described in the October 19 holiday release coverage.

Holiday Sno Balls Returning

Chocolate cakes covered with marshmallow and coconut for the holiday season.

Stuffed Coffee Cakes New

Moist coffee cakes with cinnamon streusel and a vanilla-flavored crème — Walmart exclusive per the Oct 19 holiday release coverage (Baking Business, Oct 19, 2026). Text-only row — no per-item photo filed.

Snickerdoodle Twinkies: 8 individually wrapped cakes, 10.86 oz. Returning Hot Cocoa & Marshmallow Donettes, Holiday Cupcakes and Holiday Sno Balls.

https://www.bakingbusiness.com/articles/67068-hostess-launches-holiday-themed-treats · https://www.delimarketnews.com/buyside-news/hostessr-kicks-holidays-fresh-lineup-baked-snacks-enjoy-all-season-long-melissa-chow-shares/deli-staff/mon-10192026-0839/22403 · https://www.doordash.com/products/hostess-twinkies-snickerdoodle-snack-cakes-1086-oz/ugp_2cd89b1a-c3ea-4159-8b85-0344b491afbc

Mix and match sour-then-sweet gummy hats, mittens and boots into a holiday snowman.

Spotted at Target October 28, 2026 · Holiday seasonal item · Exact launch day and end date not announced

The lineup

Build Your Own Snowman Soft & Chewy Candy Holiday

Buildable gummy snowman pieces with hats, mittens and boots. 10.03 oz bag; price and Denver stock unverified.

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10.03 oz / 284 g holiday bag · UPC 070462015751

https://www.theimpulsivebuy.com/wordpress/2026/10/28/spotted-sour-patch-kids-build-your-own-snowman/ · https://www.fivebelow.com/products/sour-patch-kids-build-your-own-snowman-soft-chewy-candy-bag-1003oz-9269189 · https://www.nassaucandy.com/sour-patch-kids-byo-snowman-10-03oz.html · https://www.walmart.com/ip/SOUR-PATCH-KIDS-Build-Your-Own-Snowman-Soft-Chewy-Gummy-Holiday-Candy-10-03-oz/20162409800

The Gobbler and Club are back — Thanksgiving flavors, no carving required.

Out now — returned October 26, 2026 · Limited time, while supplies last · End date not announced

Sources: Inspire Brands https://stories.inspirebrands.com/arbys-serves-up-something-to-be-thankful-for-with-the-return-of-its-deep-fried-turkey-lineup/ · QSR Magazine https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/arbys-deep-fried-turkey-lineup-returns/

Peppermint Bark is back in its candy-cane wrapper.

Out now — 2026 holiday return confirmed · Limited edition · Exact start and end dates not announced

The lineup

Peppermint Bark Returning

Peppermint filling, white-chocolate coating and crunchy peppermint pieces.

$30.99 / 12-pack⧢

20g protein · 55g bar · 12-bar box

$30.99 per 12-bar box, one-time purchase on the official U.S. store; shipping and tax not included.

Sources: Barebells official U.S. store https://shop.barebells.com/products/barebells-peppermint-bark · Stack3d https://www.stack3d.com/2026/10/peppermint-bark-barebells-protein-bar-back-for-26/

Whole pistachios get the Dubai-chocolate treatment — dark chocolate, white chocolate and crispy kataifi.

Out now — announced September 29, 2026 · Nationwide grocery rollout · No end date announced

The lineup

Dubai Chocolate Pistachios New

Whole pistachios wrapped in white chocolate and kataifi, then dark chocolate.

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4 oz grocery pouch · 14 oz at select Costco locations

Sources: GlobeNewswire — Sep 29, 2026 https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/09/29/3370888/0/en/wonderful-pistachios-puts-its-signature-spin-on-the-dubai-chocolate-craze-with-new-flavor.html · Wonderful Pistachios https://www.wonderfulpistachios.com/products/dubai-chocolate · The Impulsive Buy — Oct 26, 2026 https://www.theimpulsivebuy.com/wordpress/2026/10/26/wonderful-dubai-chocolate-pistachios-review/

Mummies, eyeballs and pumpkin-orange sprinkles land in Shipley's Boo Box.

Out now — October 19–November 1, 2026 · Limited time

Available by the dozen, half-dozen or individually

Sources: PR Newswire https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/shipley-donuts-introduces-limited-time-boo-box-for-halloween-celebrations-302908133.html · Shipley Donuts https://shipleydonuts.com/

Four pictured flavors lead Monster's officially announced 2027 preview, from tropical POG to pineapple-and-cream.

2027 — portfolio rollout begins in early January; individual flavor dates unconfirmed

Four pictured variants; portfolio rollout starts early January 2027 and continues through spring/summer. Individual flavor dates unconfirmed.

No product retail price or current stock verified.

Sources: Monster Energy Company via BevNET — Oct 8, 2026 https://www.bevnet.com/pr/2026/10/08/monster-energy-previews-major-2027-innovation-and-new-flavors-at-nacs-2026

Orange goes from the can to the toaster in this limited-edition Pop-Tarts collab.

Coming November 2026 · Limited time · Exact launch day and end date not announced

The lineup

Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange New

Orange filling, golden-orange pastry crust, frosting and orange sprinkles.

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12-count and 16-count boxes

Suggested retail: $4.69 per 12-count box or $4.97 per 16-count box; retailer pricing and availability vary.

Sources: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/pop-tarts-and-liquid-death-want-you-to-make-it-a-bad-morning-with-new-squeezed-to-death-frosted-orange-toaster-pastry-302920000.html · https://www.licenseglobal.com/food-beverages/pop-tarts-liquid-death-unveil-limited-edition-flavor

Chocolatey OREO puffs meet pink peppermint marshmallows for the holidays.

Spotted at Target October 27, 2026 · Wider rollout announced for November · Limited time · End date not announced

The lineup

Candy Cane OREO Puffs New

Chocolate cereal puffs made with OREO wafers plus peppermint-flavored marshmallows.

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10 oz and 16.5 oz boxes

Suggested retail reported by trade and hands-on review: $4.99 / 10 oz or $6.29 / 16.5 oz. Not a Denver checkout quote.

Sources: https://www.gopuff.com/p/post-candy-cane-oreo-puffs-cereal-10oz/p427011 · https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/116523-oreo-puffs-gets-festive-with-all-new-candy-cane-variety · https://www.theomnicosm.com/snackology-review-candy-cane-oreo-puffs/ · https://www.theimpulsivebuy.com/wordpress/2026/10/27/spotted-post-limited-edition-candy-cane-oreo-puffs-cereal/

Mesquite-smoked brisket is coming back for a limited run.

Returns November 5, 2026 · Limited time · Menu end date not announced

The lineup

Mesquite-Smoked Brisket Returning

Mesquite-smoked beef with smoked serrano and chipotle peppers, seared and finished with a smoky sauce.

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Sources: https://newsroom.chipotle.com/2026-10-26-CHIPOTLE-TO-BRING-BACK-MESQUITE-SMOKED-BRISKET-FOR-THE-HEART-OF-FOOTBALL-SEASON

A SUPERPRETZEL bun and nacho cheese bring stadium flavors to Burger King.

Out since October 6, 2026 · Limited time · Food end date not announced

Sources: https://news.bk.com/blog-posts/burger-king-r-serves-up-game-day-flavor-with-new-stadium-inspired-menu

The signature sauce gets a spicy-pepper twist.

Coming November 16, 2026 · New permanent sauce

The lineup

Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce New

Mustard notes and smoky tang, with sweetness and spicy peppers.

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Dipping cups and 8 oz bottles at restaurants

Sources: https://www.chick-fil-a.com/customer-support/our-food/our-menu/what-is-the-spicy-chick-fil-a-sauce · https://www.brandeating.com/2026/10/new-spicy-chick-fil-a-sauce.html

Blue cotton candy ice cream, red velvet cake and Cat-in-the-Hat confetti take over Cold Stone.

Out since October 7, 2026 · Limited time · Ends December 1, 2026

The lineup

Cotton Candy Ice Cream

Featured blue cotton-candy ice cream for the collaboration.

The Cat in the Hat’s Cotton Candy Catastrophe New

Cotton-candy ice cream with OREO cookies, red-and-blue sprinkles and whipped topping.

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Cake Full of Things New

Red velvet cake and cotton-candy ice cream, confetti sprinkles and white frosting.

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The Cat’s Confetti Waffle Bowl New

Waffle bowl with chocolatey dip and the collaboration’s confetti sprinkles.

The Cat’s Confetti Waffle Cone New

Waffle cone with chocolatey dip and the collaboration’s confetti sprinkles.

Sources: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cold-stone-creamery-unleashes-fantastical-new-treats-inspired-by-warner-bros-pictures-animations-upcoming-the-cat-in-the-hat-302900546.html · https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/ · https://www.brandeating.com/2026/10/cold-stone-new-cat-in-the-hat-menu.html

Liquid Death's Blood Zero Energy gets the dirty-soda treatment — raspberry, vanilla and lime in a color-changing cup.

Out October 26–31, 2026 · While supplies last

Blood Zero Energy base + raspberry puree, vanilla, fresh lime and vanilla cream · Served in a 20 oz color-changing collectible cup

Sources: Dexerto Oct 26, 2026: https://www.dexerto.com/food/liquid-death-turns-energy-drinks-into-dirty-soda-for-halloween-collab-with-swig-3422010/ · Swig announcement posts Oct 25–26, 2026 (via Foodyas)

via snackwire and Markie Devo, reported by Sporked, October 22, 2026: https://sporked.com/article/dunkin-rumored-holiday-menu/ ; official partial-menu distinction: https://news.dunkindonuts.com/news/dunkin-and-marvel-studios-avengers-doomsday-team-up-2026

via whatsuppwithlucas, Lucas Kaelin, October 17, 2026: https://whatsuppwithlucas.com/blogs/news/2027-energy-drink-leaks ; bounded current variant check October 27: https://getrawnutrition.com/products/bum-energy-drink.js

via CandyHunting, reported by Sporked: https://sporked.com/article/blue-bunny-new-flavors/ — exact original tracker post date unverified; timing speculation is not brand guidance.

The viral sprinkle cake, minus the cake — a protein smoothie and a sprinkle-crusted toast, just in time for Halloween.

Out now — launched October 27, 2026 at participating locations · Limited time · Limited quantities, while supplies last (end date not announced)

Dot Cake Protein Smoothie: banana + Slim-N-Trim Blend, 13g protein · Dot Cake Protein Toast: chocolate hazelnut or peanut butter spread on multigrain bread, 11g+ protein · Both topped with Supernatural Rainbow Nonpareils Sprinkles (made without artificial colors)

Trade-reported ~$8.99 (smoothie) / ~$6.99 (toast) — Nation's Restaurant News gallery, Oct 2026; trade surface, not a Denver checkout price · Smoothie King's Oct 21, 2026 release itself publishes no prices

Sources: Smoothie King via PR Newswire — Oct 21, 2026 https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/no-tricks-just-treats-smoothie-king-serves-up-a-delicious-and-more-nutritious-twist-on-the-viral-dot-cake-just-in-time-for-halloween-302914772.html · Sporked — Oct 25, 2026 https://sporked.com/article/smoothie-king-is-turning-a-viral-cake-into-2-new-protein-packed-treats/ · Parade — Oct 21, 2026 https://parade.com/food/smoothie-king-is-turning-the-viral-dot-cake-trend-into-2-new-limited-time-menu-items

Halloween pizza night, ready for your oven.

Out now — October 1–31, 2026 only; participating locations

Large Original-crust take-and-bake pizza; olive eyes and pepperoni grin; no substitutions or additional toppings. Cookie dough pictured is separate, not included.

$10 advertised by Papa Murphy's; participating locations, Alaska prices vary; not an Aurora checkout quote

https://www.papamurphys.com/jack-o/ · https://locations.papamurphys.com/co/aurora

A pepperoni pumpkin returns for Halloween.

Out now — October 19–November 1, 2026 at participating restaurants

Pumpkin-shaped pizza with pepperoni smile and eyes, black olive pupils; official2026brand photo verified.

$11.99 advertised in the October 19 brand release; participating restaurants, not a verified Aurora checkout price

https://stories.papajohns.com/papa-johns-brings-back-fan-favorite-jack-o-lantern-pizza-halloween-season · https://locations.papajohns.com/united-states/co/aurora

Black garlic gives wings and cheese curds a seasonal twist.

Out now — September 30–November 9, 2026; participating sports bars and GO locations

New Black Garlic Glaze; Vampire Hunter Wings add spicy garlic drizzle; white cheddar cheese curds coated in the glaze.

Price not announced in the September 30 brand release; varies by restaurant

https://stories.inspirebrands.com/buffalo-wild-wings-fright-feast-menu/ · https://www.buffalowildwings.com/locations/us/co/

A revamped Draco taco gets a new burrito companion.

Out now — September 21–November 8, 2026; price and participation vary

Draco Taco II is revamped; Draco'rrito is new. Food lineup only; cocktail promotions excluded.

Brand release: Draco Taco II $4.69; Draco'rrito $10.25. Prices/participation vary; not an Aurora checkout quote

https://dinebrands.gcs-web.com/news-releases/news-release-details/fuzzys-taco-shopr-brings-back-its-draco-line-brand-new-bite · https://www.fuzzystacoshop.com/locations/colorado/aurora

Chocolate-coated cheesecake bites move into the freezer aisle.

Out now; availability reaffirmed in October 20, 2026 brand announcement. First launch date and end date not verified.

The lineup

Original Cheesecake Bites

Dairy-free original cheesecake bites with dark chocolatey coating; 8 oz / 227 g. Brand suggested retail, not a verified local shelf price.

$8.99

Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Dairy-free strawberry cheesecake bites with dark chocolatey coating; 8 oz / 227 g. Brand suggested retail, not a verified local shelf price.

$8.99⧢

Chocolate Cheesecake Bites

Dairy-free chocolate cheesecake bites with dark chocolatey coating; 8 oz / 227 g. Brand suggested retail, not a verified local shelf price.

$8.99⧢

Frozen, ready-to-eat dairy-free cheesecake bites with a dark chocolatey coating; Original, Strawberry and Chocolate; each bag 8 oz / 227 g.

$8.99 brand suggested retail per 8 oz bag; not a verified Denver/Aurora shelf price.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/daiya-and-nba-all-star-cade-cunningham-launch-new-poppable-cheesecake-bites-302913304.html · https://daiyafoods.com/collections/cheesecake-bites · https://daiyafoods.com/products/dairy-free-cheesecake-bites-original

Cinnamon-sugar crunch meets a tangy chamoy kick.

Launched August 31, 2026 at 12:00 CT, exclusively online while supplies last; current official shop offers Add to Cart.

Limited-edition sweet, tangy and spicy cinnamon-sugar cereal; 6 oz / 170 g pouch. Separate Chamoy Mega sauce excluded from this cereal card.

$4.99 official online product price; shipping/tax and Denver delivery not verified.

https://shop.cinnamontoastcrunch.com/product/cinnamon-toast-crunch-x-chamoy-mega/ · https://markets.financialcontent.com/pennwell.elp/article/bizwire-2026-8-27-cinnamon-toast-crunch-and-chamoy-mega-bring-their-signature-flavors-together-with-two-limited-edition-products · https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827371150/en/

Vanilla joins the Monster lineup, with original and zero-sugar options.

Live US product pages and retail listings observed Oct 26; exact national launch day unverified

16 fl oz; 160 mg caffeine per official original Vanilla Shot page; vanilla-flavored original Monster. Both regular and zero-sugar variants have official pages.

No Aurora/Denver price verified. A nonlocal CHEFSTORE listing shows $44.99 for 24 x 16 fl oz; not a local single-can quote.

https://www.monsterenergy.com/en-us/energy-drinks/monster-energy/monster-energy-vanilla-shot/ · https://www.monsterenergy.com/en-us/energy-drinks/monster-energy/zero-sugar-vanilla-shot/ · https://www.chefstore.com/p/monster-vanilla-shot_1387262/ · https://www.theimpulsivebuy.com/wordpress/2026/10/23/monster-vanilla-shot-energy-drink-review/

Chocolate and pistachio-inspired flavor meet coffee energy.

Official press release announces October shelf arrival; no precise day verified

15 fl oz; 200 mg caffeine per official brand page; cocoa and pistachio-inspired coffee flavor.

No Aurora/Denver price verified; nonlocal default Kroger listing displayed $2.66 sale / $3.99 regular, not a Denver quote.

https://www.monsterenergy.com/en-us/energy-drinks/java-monster/dubai-chocolate/ · https://www.bevnet.com/pr/2026/09/30/java-monster-dubai-chocolate-brings-fullon-cocoa-and-creamy-pistachio-indulgence-to-a-can · https://www.kroger.com/p/java-monster-dubai-chocolate-12-15oz/0007084790147?fulfillment=PICKUP · https://sporked.com/article/dubai-chocolate-monster-java-review/

Twenty-four cans, including the returning Arctic Berry Festive Edition.

Launched September 28, 2026; limited quantities, while supplies last. End date not announced.

24 x 8.4 fl oz cans, including calendar-exclusive Arctic Berry Festive Edition and the 2026 Winter Edition. Promotional game excluded.

$56.99 for 24-pack, Target online-listed at acquisition; not a Denver-specific price

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/red-bull-advent-calendar-for-2026-launches-in-the-us-302889925.html · https://www.target.com/p/red-bull-variety-advent-calendar-pack-with-caffeine-energy-drink-24pk-8-4-fl-oz-cans/-/A-1012412619

Two cereal-inspired C4 flavors get a smaller can.

January 2027; exact launch day not announced.

New 8.4 fl oz mini can formats for Cereal Killer and Buzzin' Honey O's. Jacked Apple Crunch already tracked separately.

Price not announced in the cited release.

Sources: https://news.keurigdrpepper.com/2026-10-05-Keurig-Dr-Pepper-Reveals-2027-Beverage-Innovation-Ahead-of-NACS-Show

A new cotton-candy-filled donut joins a movie-themed bakery lineup.

Announced October 6; starts November 4, 2026 at participating U.S. locations, limited time while supplies last. No hard end date verified.

Doomsday Donut is returning Brownie Batter filling with themed icing and sprinkles; Avenging Donut has new cotton-candy filling. Themed MUNCHKINS also announced. Full beverage lineup requires separate structured verification.

Not announced for individual bakery items; no local price verified.

Sources: https://news.dunkindonuts.com/news/dunkin-and-marvel-studios-avengers-doomsday-team-up-2026

Two cookie-platter legends hit the Blizzard cup — one brand new, one back by popular demand.

Starts November 2, 2026 · Ends January 3, 2027 · Limited time

Price not announced — no standalone Blizzard price published; the $2 figure is a Meal Deal add-on, not the Blizzard price

Sources: Dairy Queen official release — Oct 26, 2026 https://news.dairyqueen.com/announcements/details/2026/DQ-Sweetens-the-Season-with-Irresistible-Deals-and-Launch-of-NEW-Holiday-Cookie-Swap-BLIZZARD-Treat-Collection-Featuring-Festive-Flavors/default.aspx · People — Oct 26, 2026 · Allrecipes — Oct 26, 2026

Sweet heat for the Fingerz, peppermint-cookie shake for the holidays — Sauce the Hallz is on.

Nationwide November 2, 2026 – January 18, 2027 · Zax Rewardz members get Honey Chipotle Sauce early from October 26 via app, web and delivery

Price not announced in the release

Sources: Zaxby's via PR Newswire — Oct 26, 2026 https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/zaxbys-sauces-and-sweetens-the-season-with-two-new-menu-additions-honey-chipotle-sauce-and-peppermint-cookies--cream-shake-302919295.html · Allrecipes — Oct 26, 2026 · Sporked — Oct 26, 2026

The Grinch stole the cookie jar: pink strawberry sugar-cookie Kisses in Cindy-Lou Who foil.

Out now — holiday season 2026 · Limited seasonal edition (end not announced)

Strawberry-flavored creme and cookies · 7.8 oz bag · Cindy-Lou Who and Grinchmas foil designs

$5.99 / 7.8 oz bag at shop.hersheys.com (official listing, in stock Oct 26)

Sources: Hershey's official shop https://shop.hersheys.com/our-brands/kisses/034000467716.html · Hershey's holiday page · The Impulsive Buy SPOTTED — Oct 26, 2026

A cherry-vanilla float in a Santa cup, a gouda-bacon Smasher, and two holiday dirty sodas — winter starts in the app today.

In the SONIC App from October 26, 2026 · Nationwide November 2, 2026 · Limited time, while supplies last (end not announced)

Santa Slush Float $2.99 · Smasher double $7.69 / triple $8.69 (Fast Food Post, from the release — varies by location)

Sources: SONIC via Business Wire — Oct 26, 2026 https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261026723478/en/ · Fast Food Post — Oct 26, 2026 · Allrecipes — Oct 26, 2026 · QSR Web — Oct 26, 2026

All aboard: hot-cocoa marshmallow cookie dough with festive sprinkles, 22 years after the movie.

In stores now at retailers nationwide · Limited time (holiday season)

The lineup

Polar Express Cookie Dough New

14 oz ready-to-bake dough — hot cocoa + marshmallow morsels and festive sprinkles; makes 20 cookies.

$4.99⧢

Hot Cocoa & Marshmallow Morsels Returning

9 oz bag in Polar Express packaging — the returning holiday morsels.

$5.79⧢

Polar Express Cookie Dough: 14 oz ready-to-bake, hot cocoa + marshmallow morsels and festive sprinkles, makes 20 cookies · Polar Express Morsels: 9 oz bag of Hot Cocoa & Marshmallow Morsels (returning, new packaging)

MSRP $4.99 dough / $5.79 morsels (Parade, from the brand — prices may vary)

Sources: Parade — Oct 21, 2026 https://parade.com/food/toll-house-polar-express-cookie-dough-morsels · Allrecipes — Oct 2026 · Sporked — Oct 2026

The silver can is real — the brand's own giveaway rules name it. Flavor and launch date still under wraps.

No retail launch date announced — brand giveaway runs October 29 – November 2, 2026 (not a launch window)

Metallic silver can per Stack3d; flavor undisclosed (trade speculation only)

No verified sale price — the $34.99 in the giveaway rules is a prize ARV, not a price

Sources: Gorilla Mind official giveaway rules https://gorillamind.com/pages/silverback-giveaway-official-rules · Stack3d — Oct 20, 2026

It IS on the official product page now — listed, priced, and not yet buyable.

Listed on rysesupps.com — not yet available to purchase; no launch date announced

16 fl oz · 200 mg caffeine · Zero sugar (per the tracker graphic and the official variant listing)

$29.99 / 12-pack on the official product page (variant listed, unavailable Oct 26)

Sources: RYSE official product page + product JSON https://rysesupps.com/products/ryse-fuel-energy-drink (Shirley Temple variant 67640910938208, verified by Ava Oct 26, 2026) · suppwire IG — Oct 24, 2026

Five holiday drinks land November 3: a cranberry Sprite, a Red Bull Energizer, and cookie butter in three coffees.

Starts November 3, 2026 · Limited time · End date not announced

Frosted Cranberry Splash with Sprite · Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer (classic Red Bull or Red Bull Zero) · Cookie Butter Frappé · Cookie Butter Latte · Cookie Butter Iced Coffee

Price not announced

Sources: McDonald's announcement Oct 27, 2026 — USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2026/10/27/mcdonalds-holiday-drinks-2026/92466166007/ · Dexerto Oct 27, 2026: https://www.dexerto.com/food/mcdonalds-reveals-new-cranberry-flavored-red-bull-and-sprite-drinks-3422146/

snackwire tracker post 7700347225674763534 (via Finn's TikTok calibration, Oct 26, 2026) — lead only; a 2025 Starbucks announcement was checked and rejected as 2026 confirmation

The Doughboy baked a gingerbread man you can eat raw — plus the hot cocoa dough is back.

In stores now for the 2026 holiday season · Limited time (end not announced)

Price not verified — no selected-store price pulled Oct 26

Sources: Pillsbury official product pages (holiday category dated Sep 25, 2026) https://www.pillsbury.com/products/cookies/holiday-shape-cookies/pillsbury-gingerbread-man-shape-sugar-cookie-dough-20-count · Sporked — Oct 26, 2026

A cocktail in a cookie: espresso martini Milano leads a seven-cookie holiday parade.

Rolling out nationwide October 2026 · Limited time (end not announced)

$5.89 reported in trade coverage — not verified at a selected store

Sources: Allrecipes — Oct 13, 2026 https://www.allrecipes.com/espresso-martini-milano-holiday-2026-12166227 · Snack & Bakery (brand spokesperson) · Sporked — Oct 2026

Shirley Temple energy: cherry-citrus sparkle with green-tea caffeine — Target gets it November 8.

Online now at The Vitamin Shoppe · Target launch November 8, 2026 (BevNET)

Cherry-citrus · 150 mg green-tea caffeine · Zero sugar · 12 fl oz

$29.99 / 12-pack at The Vitamin Shoppe online (listing verified Oct 26)

Sources: The Vitamin Shoppe listing https://www.vitaminshoppe.com/p/energy-drink-sparkling-shirley-splash-12-drink-s/gor-18053 · BevNET — Oct 23, 2026

Two new holiday snacks join the Christmas Tree Cakes — hot cocoa muffins and big-pack donuts.

Rolling out mid-October through mid-December 2026 (brand window)

NEW: Hot Cocoa Mini Muffins, Big Pack Christmas Old Fashioned Donuts · Returning: Christmas Tree Cakes (Vanilla + Chocolate), Christmas Tree Brownies, North Pole Nutty Buddy, Gingerbread Cookies, Christmas Cherry Cordials, Christmas Mini Muffins, Mini Christmas Tree Cake Donuts

Price not verified

Sources: McKee Foods via PR Newswire — Oct 13, 2026 https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/little-debbie-unveils-festive-holiday-snack-lineup-featuring-delightful-new-seasonal-innovations-302888912.html · Parade — Oct 2026

Ghirardelli just entered the cookie aisle — crispy, chocolate-first, and already at Kroger and Walmart.

Out now — Ghirardelli site Oct 7, Kroger rollout Oct 11, Walmart Oct 24 · Permanent range; more retailers January 2027

Classic Chocolate Chip Crispy Cookies + Double Chocolate Crispy Cookies · 6.3 oz bags

$8.95 / bag shown in the official search index — indexed only, not verified on a live product page Oct 26

Sources: Ghirardelli via PR Newswire — Oct 7, 2026 https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ghirardelli-enters-the-cookie-aisle-with-new-crispy-cookies-302900383.html · Sporked taste test — Oct 2026

A burger patty wearing sliced prime rib like a crown — meat on meat, with a bottomless side.

Out since October 19, 2026 · Limited time · Ends: not announced

Hand-pressed beef patty, sliced prime rib, Monterey Jack cheese, caramelized onions, garlic aioli, black-and-white sesame seed brioche bun; bottomless side included

Price not announced — the release publishes no Stack price (the $9.99 figure is the separate Big YUMMM Deals menu)

Sources: Red Robin via PR Newswire — Oct 14, 2026 (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/red-robin-stacks-up-the-flavor-with-the-introduction-of-the-prime-rib-stack-burger-and-fan-favorite-menu-additions-302907831.html) · FSR Magazine — Oct 14, 2026 · Parade — Oct 2026

A green Rebel crawling with gummy worms — blue raspberry, kiwi and vanilla under a pile of candy.

Out since October 16, 2026 · Limited time · Halloween season, while supplies last · Ends: not announced

Rebel energy drink — blue raspberry + kiwi + vanilla, topped with gummy worms; iced or blended; also offered as Myst Energy Refresher, lemonade and sparkling soda builds; add a Sour Shot for extra tartness

Price not announced — Dutch Bros does not publish LTO prices; Rebel prices vary by size and location

Sources: Brand Eating — Oct 2026 (https://www.brandeating.com/2026/10/dutch-bros-debuts-new-creepy-crawler.html) · Cannon County Source — Oct 22, 2026 · Dutch Bros social tease — Oct 14, 2026

The first seasonal Cakesters ever — soft gingerbread cakes, vanilla creme, and full holiday-cookie energy.

Out now — on shelves from October 19, 2026 · Limited time · Holiday season only, end date not announced

10.1 oz box — five packs of two soft snack cakes; gingerbread-flavored cakes with vanilla creme filling.

$4.99 (Shaw's listing — Albertsons banner)

Sources: Allrecipes — Oct 22, 2026 · The Takeout — Oct 12, 2026 · Sporked — Oct 13, 2026 · Shaw's (Albertsons) product listing — Oct 24, 2026

Three new ways to get tricked by your own candy — one lies about its flavor, one glows under a blacklight.

Out now — launched October 19, 2026 with the 13 Days of Mischief · Limited time · Halloween season, while supplies last (end date not announced)

The lineup

Tricksters New

Looks like one classic flavor, tastes like another — the box warns you itself: looks like one, might taste like another. 3.52 oz theater box; brand SRP $1.50.

Glow Ups Ghosts New

Ghost-shaped Kids in Orange and Peach, studded with edible confetti that glows under blacklight — turmeric extract does the trick. 8.37 oz bag.

$3.99⧢

Monster Parts New

Monster-inspired shapes in Black Raspberry, Orange and Watermelon. 8.88 oz laydown bag.

$4.19⧢

Tricksters 3.52 oz theater box · Glow Ups Ghosts 8.37 oz bag · Monster Parts 8.88 oz laydown bag. All limited-edition Halloween releases from Mondelēz.

Glow Ups Ghosts $3.99 · Monster Parts $4.19 (Target, Oct 24) · Tricksters SRP $1.50 (brand-announced; retailer price not yet verified)

Sources: PR Newswire (Mondelēz) — Oct 13, 2026 (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sour-patch-kids-declares-halloween-is-mischief-season-with-13-days-of-mischief-302907142.html) · Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery — Oct 13, 2026 (https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/116484-sour-patch-kids-cause-shenanigans-with-13-days-of-mischief) · Parade — Sep 25, 2026 (https://parade.com/food/sour-patch-kids-has-3-new-halloween-candies-coming-to-stores) · Sporked — Oct 24, 2026 (https://sporked.com/article/sour-patch-kids-just-released-halloween-candy-that-tricks-your-taste-buds/) · Target product listings — Oct 24, 2026

Cinnamon-swirl pancakes and a country fried turkey sandwich — Cracker Barrel just turned the holiday table into a menu.

Out now — nationwide from October 20, 2026 · Limited time · End date not announced

The lineup

Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes New

Buttermilk pancakes filled with cinnamon swirls, topped with cream cheese icing; served with two eggs and bacon or smoked sausage.

Country Fried Turkey Sandwich New

Crispy turkey tenderloin on a toasted bun with gravy and cranberry relish.

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Country Fried Turkey Returning

Hand-breaded turkey tenderloins with herb gravy, country sides, cranberry relish, and biscuits or corn muffins.

Cinnamon Swirl French Toast Breakfast Returning

Cinnamon streusel bread, griddled and finished with cinnamon and cream cheese icings; eggs plus bacon or sausage.

Cinnamon Swirl Latte New

Hot or iced cinnamon latte with whipped cream, icing drizzle and cinnamon.

DIY Hot Chocolate Returning

Rich hot chocolate with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle, plus toppings to customize.

Buttermilk pancakes with cinnamon filling and cream cheese icing; crispy turkey tenderloin sandwich with herbed pan gravy and cranberry relish. Thanksgiving Heat and Serve preorders open now for Nov 21-29 pickup — Family Dinner typically around $119.99, Turkey Feast typically around $189.99.

Prices vary by location — no nationwide item prices published

Sources: Cracker Barrel holiday announcement via PR Newswire — Oct 20, 2026 · USA Today — Oct 21, 2026 · Parade — Oct 21, 2026

Only 1,000 packs exist — espresso creme between classic Thins, gone the second the drop opens.

November 4, 2026 — Oreo.com drop, 1,000 packs only · Preregister through November 3 · Claim window November 4–9 or until the 1,000 packs are claimed · Free pack + $2.99 shipping (official offer terms, verified Oct 27)

Sources: Parade — Oct 20, 2026 · Allrecipes — Oct 22, 2026 · Grocery CPG — Oct 22, 2026

A sour-then-sweet Redberry glaze showered in real Sour Patch Kids Bitz — candy on wings, and it works.

Out now — Club Wingstop members from October 23, 2026 · Nationwide October 27, 2026 · Limited time · Ends November 5, 2026

Sour Patch Kids Wicked Punch glaze on wings, tenders or sandwiches — Redberry flavor finished with Sour Patch Kids Bitz candy pieces. Part of the Sour Patch Kids 13 Days of Mischief campaign (Oct 19-31).

No separate flavor price — standard Wingstop protein pricing; reported at one central Florida location: 10-pc combo $15.79 boneless / $17.19 bone-in (The Takeout, Oct 2026)

Sources: Wingstop release — Oct 13, 2026 · USA Today — Oct 14, 2026 · Nation's Restaurant News — Oct 19, 2026

Golden Oreos meet salted caramel shortbread creme with crunchy sugar crystals — a permanent new flavor, already spotted on Walmart shelves.

Out now at Walmart — spotted on shelves this week · Permanent lineup addition

Sources: Allrecipes — Oct 23, 2026 (https://www.allrecipes.com/new-oreo-permanent-launch-oct-2026-12186313) · Sporked — Oct 23, 2026 (https://sporked.com/article/oreo-new-flavors-holidays-2026/) · Dexerto — Oct 22, 2026

A chocolate-cake Frappuccino with cat ears and a shareable black cocoa cookie — here today, gone after Halloween.

Out now — October 22-31, 2026 only · Limited time · Ends October 31, 2026 (Halloween)

The lineup

Black Cat Frappuccino Blended Beverage New

Chocolate cake-flavored Creme Frappuccino with brownie-like notes, whipped cream and chocolatey cat ears. Grande only.

⧢

Venti Black Night Cookie New

Large shareable black cocoa cookie with caramel fudge pieces and caramelized white chocolate chunks.

⧢

Reported in-store: Grande Black Cat Frappuccino $6.75, Venti Black Night Cookie $5.25 (Pennsylvania taste test; Frappuccino also $6.75 in New Jersey) — prices vary by location; delivery menus list $8.35+ / $6.55

Sources: Starbucks (official) — Oct 21, 2026 · USA Today — Oct 22, 2026 · Tasting Table — Oct 22, 2026 · DoorDash menus — Oct 23, 2026

The sandwich with a pickle for bread is back — and this year the meal hides a blind-bag pickle plush.

Out now — Picklewich + Pickle Jimmy Chips launched October 26, 2026 · Picklewich runs through November 23, 2026 · Triple Pickle meal (with blind-bag Pickle Pal) live October 27

Price not announced — no nationwide price published in Jimmy John's Oct 21 announcement; prices vary by location

Sources: Jimmy John's announcement via USA Today — Oct 21, 2026 · Fast Food Post — Oct 21, 2026

Back after 12 years: enchilada chicken, crunchy Fritos and Baja Chipotle — plus the Caramel Apple Cookie's first return since 2021.

Out now — launched October 27, 2026 · Limited time · Ends: not announced (the Oct 27–Nov 8 BOGO is a promo, not the items' end)

The lineup

Fritos Chicken Enchilada Sub Returning

Rotisserie-style chicken marinated in enchilada sauce, Fritos corn chips, Baja Chipotle sauce, Monterey Cheddar, lettuce, tomato, red onion. Last offered in 2014.

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Caramel Apple Cookie Returning

Apple pieces, caramel chips and salted caramel crunch with a caramel icing drizzle. Last offered in 2021.

⧢

Sources: Subway via PR Newswire — Oct 21, 2026 · Fast Food Post — Oct 21, 2026

17g protein Trix puffs — early access Oct 28 on the GHOST site and app; grocery shelves January 2027.

October 28, 2026 (early access) · January 2027 (retail)

Stack3d — Oct 22, 2026 · PricePlow — Oct 21, 2026

The first premium Chips Ahoy! minis — out now at limited retailers, nationwide early 2027.

Out now at limited retailers · Nationwide early 2027

Mondelez via GlobeNewswire — Oct 21, 2026

A whole holiday dinner, bagged: scalloped potatoes and roast turkey Oct 25, maple bacon Nov 8, chocolate-covered Wavy for dessert Dec 1.

Out now — first flavors launched October 25, 2026 · Limited time · Maple Bacon follows November 8, 2026; both chocolate Wavy flavors December 1, 2026 · Ends: not announced

The lineup

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Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes New

$2.97

Creamy, cheesy scalloped-potato inspired — the side dish, bagged. Nationwide Oct 25.

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Roasted Holiday Turkey New

$2.97

Roasted turkey + rich gravy taste. Nationwide Oct 25.

⧢

Maple Bacon New

Sweet maple + smoky bacon — first-ever US release. Nov 8.

⧢

Wavy Milk Chocolate New

Wavy crunch covered in milk chocolate. Select retailers Dec 1, expanding in 2027.

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Wavy Dubai-Style Dark Chocolate New

Dark chocolate + pistachio over Wavy crunch. Select retailers Dec 1, expanding in 2027.

$2.97 each / 7.75 oz — Walmart online category listing, checked October 26, 2026; not a nationwide SRP or verified Aurora/Denver price. Maple Bacon and chocolate Wavy prices remain unverified.

Sources: PepsiCo newsroom — Oct 19, 2026 · PR Newswire — Oct 19, 2026 · Walmart online price listing, checked Oct 26, 2026 https://www.walmart.com/c/kp/christmas-potato-chips · Roasted Holiday Turkey product https://www.walmart.com/ip/LAYS-ROASTED-HOLIDAY-TURKEY-7-75OZ/20740322518?classType=REGULAR · Cheddar Scalloped product https://www.walmart.com/ip/LAYS-CHEDDAR-SCALLOPED-STYLE-POTATOES-7-75OZ/20711766236?classType=REGULAR

A mystery-flavor cookie in caution tape — guess it before the Halloween reveal blows the case open.

Out now — limited edition · Mystery flavor revealed October 31, 2026

9.58 oz · Chewy cookies with white chips and an undisclosed mystery flavor

$4.97 at Walmart (MSRP $5.49)

Sources: Walmart listing · Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery — Jul 30, 2026 · Mondelez campaign site

Early 2027

Sources: PepsiCo via Sporked — Oct 15, 2026

Three days, nine chocolate-glazed, three Taz tornadoes — blink and this dozen is dust.

Out now — October 20–22, 2026 only · Limited time · Ends October 22, 2026

$5 with any dozen — code BOGO5

Sources: Business Wire — Oct 19, 2026

Chicken parm meets the Big Crispy — fried mozzarella, marinara, and a cheese pull that does the talking.

Out now — nationwide from October 20, 2026 · Limited time · Ends: not announced

$16.99 (reported — varies by location)

Sources: Fast Food Post — Oct 2026

Spidey D is back, Berry Battie is brand new, and the Munchkins Bucket glows in the dark this year.

Out since October 14, 2026 · Limited time · Ends October 31, 2026

The lineup

Spider Donut Returning

“Spidey D” — the returning icon.

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Berry Battie Daydream Refresher New

Berry-clementine and blueberry with oatmilk, purple marshmallow cold foam, candy eyes.

⧢

Glow-in-the-dark Munchkins Bucket

50-count, with new Halloween sprinkle Munchkins; price varies by location.

⧢

Sources: Dunkin' press release via QSR Web — Oct 14, 2026 · All Hallows Geek — Oct 14, 2026

Bugs went vampire, Taz got mummified — the whole Looney Tunes gang is in the doughnut case through Halloween.

Out since October 6, 2026 · Limited time · Ends October 31, 2026

The lineup

Bugs Bunny Doughnut

Red dulce icing, chocolate dulce Kreme filling, vampire Bugs piece

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Tweety and Sylvester Doughnut

Candy-corn icing, confetti sprinkles, pumpkin sugar piece

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Taz Doughnut

OREO crumb coat, green mummy-wrap drizzle, cookies-and-Kreme filling

⧢

Lola Bunny Doughnut

Purple buttercreme swirl, gold stars, Lola witch sugar piece

⧢

Singles not sold — 3-count $10.79+ (delivery menus; in-shop price varies)

Sources: Krispy Kreme via Business Wire — Oct 5, 2026 · TotallyTheBomb — Oct 6, 2026 · Hip2Save — Oct 15, 2026

Dwanta dropped the costume — cranberry-citrus Holiday Punch is back in a clean red can, 160mg and zero sugar.

Out now — returned October 2026 · Limited time · Ends: not announced

160mg caffeine 0 sugar 12 fl oz Cranberry + citrus

Sources: Stack3d — Oct 16, 2026 · Amazon listing

Part of Keurig Dr Pepper's 'Cereal's Most Wanted' 8.4 oz mini cans.

January 2027

BevIndustry — Oct 13, 2026

The holiday can everyone hunts is back — and this year it's SUGAR COOKIE.

Spotted Oct 14 · Nationwide around Halloween

200mg caffeine 0 sugar 12 fl oz

Source: Snackolator sighting, reported by Pirates & Princesses — Oct 14, 2026 · Sporked flavor review — Oct 17, 2026

The fan favorite is BACK — warm apple cider + cinnamon in a can.

Out now — back in stores this October

80mg caffeine from black & green tea 50 cal per 8 oz can 6-pack Limited — while supplies last

Source: Parade / V8 press release — Oct 17, 2026

The ice-cream truck classic, canned — strawberry shortcake energy.

Out now — launched October 2026

Sweet strawberry + creamy vanilla Sparkling energy 12 fl oz

$2.69 / 12 fl oz single can — Target online product page observed October 26, 2026; store not selected, Aurora/Denver price and stock unverified.

Source: CanMaking News — Oct 14, 2026 · Stack3d — Oct 8, 2026 · Target exact product page, Oct 26, 2026 https://www.target.com/p/-/A-1013338580

The focus drink just took over Walmart's brand-new Mood & Mind aisle.

Out now — rolled into Walmart Oct 3

120mg caffeine Cognizin + L-theanine Blue Raspberry · Tropical Ice · Strawberry Lemonade · Wild Citrus 4-packs + variety pack

Source: BevLab — Oct 17, 2026 · Neutonic via PR Newswire, Oct 1, 2026 https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/neutonic-expands-us-retail-footprint-with-launch-in-walmart-stores-302895438.html (read via https://www.streetinsider.com/PRNewswire/Neutonic%2BExpands%2BU.S.%2BRetail%2BFootprint%2BWith%2BLaunch%2Bin%2BWalmart%2BStores/27132293.html)

The Shirley Temple grew up — cherry, citrus and lime with a 200mg kick, zero sugar, just in time for the holidays.

Announced Oct 15 · Out now — rolling out nationwide

200mg caffeine 0 sugar 15 cal 12 fl oz Limited — Winter Edition

Source: Business Wire — Oct 15, 2026 · Sporked — Oct 15, 2026 · Stack3d — Oct 5, 2026 · Target.com listing

A whole menu drop in one day: Crunchadillas, loaded Sriracha Nacho Fries, and three Dream Refrescas — and the fries are the one reviewers keep going back for.

Started October 15, 2026 · Limited time · Ends: not announced — the Refrescas are expected to disappear within weeks

The lineup

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Classic Chicken Crunchadilla New

$2

Grilled chicken, three-cheese blend, crunchy shell inside

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Sriracha Chicken Crunchadilla New

$2

Classic crunch build with Sriracha sauce heat

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Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries New

$5.49

Loaded fries, slow-roasted chicken, cheese sauce, pico

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Dream Refrescas New

$4.49

Strawberry Dream, Pineapple Dragonfruit Dream, plus the Freeze

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Double Dipping Burritos New

$5.99

Steak or chicken pair, split Spicy Ranch + crunch dip

Sources: Sporked, Oct 16, 2026 · Tasting Table taste test, Oct 16, 2026

The collab threequel: crispy empanada, cake-batter filling, pink frosting, rainbow sprinkles. The 2025 churro version sold out in days.

Started October 15, 2026 · Limited time, while supplies last · Ends: not announced

$3.49 290 calories

$3.49

Sources: Taco Bell / PR Newswire, Oct 9, 2026 · The Fast Food Post, Oct 2026 · Allrecipes, Oct 2026

Waffles as the bun: a crispy filet, applewood bacon and honey butter between two maple waffles — breakfast-sized till 10:30 AM, full-size after. Fall's coziest drop is still on the menu.

Out since August 24, 2026 · Limited time · Ends November 14, 2026

The lineup

Original Chicken & Waffle Sandwich

Breaded filet + bacon on a waffle bun; breakfast + entrée sizes

Spicy Chicken & Waffle Sandwich

Spicy filet choice, same waffle-bun build

Grilled Chicken & Waffle Sandwich

Grilled filet choice, same waffle-bun build

S'mores Frosted Coffee

Flat blended top, toasted marshmallow + graham alongside

$4.75+⧢

S'mores Milkshake

Whipped topping and a cherry on top

$4.85+⧢

Breakfast sandwich from $4.95 · Entrée from $7.59

Sources: Chick-fil-A press room, Aug 12, 2026 · Chick-fil-A FAQ — dates through Nov 14

The Boo Bucket goes full villain era — five collectible pails with arches-handle lids and sticker sheets, riding along with every Happy Meal. The Halloween hunt of the season.

Out now — live October 20, 2026 · Limited time, while supplies last

The lineup

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Jafar

Red pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

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Scar

Orange pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

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Ursula

Purple pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

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Maleficent

Green pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

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Cruella

White pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

Sources: McDonald's (official Instagram), Oct 15, 2026 · People, Oct 15, 2026 · USA Today, Oct 15, 2026

A brand-new Tiramisu Velvet lineup and an Apple Pomegranate Refresher headline this year's holiday drop — plus a Bearista Cake Pop and the Peppermint Mocha's annual return.

Starts November 5, 2026 · Limited time · Ends: not announced (holiday season)

The lineup

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Apple Pomegranate Refresher New

Green iced refresher, pomegranate pearls at the bottom

⧢

Snowy Apple New

Milky coconut-milk version, pearls showing through the glass

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Tiramisu Velvet Latte New

Iced, mascarpone foam, cocoa-coffee dusting on top

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Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew New

Dark cold brew under a mascarpone foam cap

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Bearista Cake Pop New

Bear-head cake pop wearing a green tree hat

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Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese New

Two grilled halves, cheese pull, braised short rib

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Turkey & Stuffing Sandwich New

Turkey and stuffing on cranberry-studded bread

Sources: Starbucks (official), Oct 5, 2026 · Q13 Fox, Oct 2026

Rolling out — retailer rollout through late October 2026

$6.37 / 6-pack (Walmart Business listing, low stock, default Phoenix shipping — no Denver stock verified)

Holiday collection — the Candy Cane Variety Pack adds two pack-exclusive flavors: Frosty Float and Raspberry Sorbet.

Online now at 5hourenergy.com · Retail nationwide November 1, 2026

Peppermint Mocha shots live now at 5hourenergy.com — 6-pack $17.99 / 12-pack $33.98 / 24-pack $58.96 (verified Oct 26) · Candy Cane Variety Pack $9.99 online · Retail prices at the Nov 1 rollout may vary

Pistachio goes full winter — subtle pistachio, a hint of caramel, and a bright berry finish in the Pistachio Green can.

Out now — available beginning October 26, 2026 at retailers nationwide · Limited time · While supplies last (end date not announced)

80mg caffeine per 8.4 fl oz can · 8.4 fl oz and 12 fl oz singles, plus 12 fl oz 4-packs · With sugar and Sugarfree · Pistachio Green can · Artificially flavored — contains no actual nuts (per Red Bull)

Price not announced — no priced US retailer listing verified on launch morning (Oct 26, 2026)

Sources: Red Bull North America via PR Newswire — Oct 26, 2026 https://www.morningstar.com/news/pr-newswire/20261026la75771/red-bull-reveals-the-new-red-bull-winter-edition-for-2026-pistachio-berries · Sporked review — Oct 17, 2026 https://sporked.com/article/red-bull-winter-edition-2026-pistachio-berries-review/

Early 2027

Sour Strips candy in energy-drink form — early 12-packs are already moving months before the nationwide drop.

Rolling out now — 12-packs live at GNC online and select retail · Nationwide rollout January 2027

Sour Strips Appleberry · 16 fl oz cans · 12-pack · Zero sugar

$29.99 / 12-pack at GNC (online listing checked Oct 28, 2026 — ship-to-me in stock; the default store shown was not Colorado and no Denver stock is verified)

Sources: GNC product listing — checked Oct 28, 2026 https://www.gnc.com/energy-drinks/582085.html · Sporked review — Sep 10, 2026 (select retail incl. Vitamin Shoppe; 12-packs on GHOST's webstore) · KDP — Oct 5, 2026 (nationwide January 2027)

January 2027

suppwire via Sporked — unconfirmed

snackwire — unconfirmed

snackwire, May 29, 2026 — no source given

snackwire, Mar 18, 2026 — the source itself flagged it may not be real