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Tuesday, October 27 Today

Subway

Subway Fritos Chicken Enchilada Sub Return

Subway via Fast Food Post

Subway

Fritos Chicken Enchilada Sub Return

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • Participating U.S. Subway restaurants nationwide from Oct 27 — check the Subway app for your Aurora store.

The lineup

Fritos Chicken Enchilada Sub

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.

Caramel Apple Cookie

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

Wingstop

Wingstop Sour Patch Kids Wicked Punch

Wingstop via Nation's Restaurant News

Wingstop

Sour Patch Kids Wicked Punch

Out nowEnds Nov 5

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

Denver layer

  • Participating U.S. Wingstop locations — Denver-metro stores across Aurora and Denver; order in the Wingstop app or at Wingstop.com. Nationwide access live Oct 27.

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

Smoothie King

Smoothie King Dot Cake Protein Smoothie + Protein Toast

Smoothie King via PR Newswire

Smoothie King

Dot Cake Protein Smoothie + Protein Toast

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • Participating Smoothie King locations nationwide — Aurora shops at 13650 E Colfax Ave and 22651 E Aurora Pkwy (chain location pages); local participation not yet verified.

The lineup

Dot Cake Protein Smoothie New

Banana + Slim-N-Trim Blend topped with rainbow nonpareil sprinkles — 13g protein.

Dot Cake Protein Toast New

Chocolate hazelnut or peanut butter spread on multigrain bread, topped with rainbow nonpareil sprinkles — 11g+ protein.

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

Nestlé Toll House

Nestlé Toll House The Polar Express Cookie Dough + Morsels

Nestlé Toll House (brand packshot via Nosh)

Nestlé Toll House

The Polar Express Cookie Dough + Morsels

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • At retailers nationwide now — Aurora shelf stock not yet verified.

The lineup

Polar Express Cookie Dough

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

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

Post

Post × OREO Candy Cane OREO Puffs Cereal

Post / OREO via Gopuff

Post × OREO

Candy Cane OREO Puffs Cereal

NewSpotted

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability and checkout prices not verified. U.S. retail rollout announced; no selected-store inventory checked.

The lineup

Candy Cane OREO Puffs

Candy Cane OREO Puffs New

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

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/

Burger King

Burger King × SUPERPRETZEL Game Day Pretzel Burger + Nacho Cheese Chicken Fries

Burger King

Burger King × SUPERPRETZEL

Game Day Pretzel Burger + Nacho Cheese Chicken Fries

NewOut now

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

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability and checkout prices not verified. National participating-location release; no selected-store menu or stock checked.

The lineup

Game Day Pretzel Burger New

Flame-grilled quarter-pound beef patty, American cheese, bacon, crispy onions and nacho cheese sauce on a SUPERPRETZEL bun.

Chicken Fries with Nacho Cheese Sauce New

Chicken Fries paired with a side of nacho cheese sauce.

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

Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery × The Cat in the Hat Cotton Candy Catastrophe + Cake Full of Things

Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery × The Cat in the Hat

Cotton Candy Catastrophe + Cake Full of Things

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability and checkout prices not verified. National participating-location release; no selected-store menu or stock checked.

The lineup

Cotton Candy Ice Cream

Featured blue cotton-candy ice cream for the collaboration.

The Cat in the Hat’s Cotton Candy Catastrophe

The Cat in the Hat’s Cotton Candy Catastrophe New

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

Cake Full of Things

Cake Full of Things New

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

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

Swig

Swig × Liquid Death Blood Thirsty

Liquid Death via Dexerto

Swig × Liquid Death

Blood Thirsty

NewOut nowEnds Oct 31

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

Denver layer

  • Not in Denver yet — Swig has no Colorado store open yet (Colorado Springs is slated first, late 2026; the first Denver-area stores are planned for mid-2027).

The lineup

Blood Thirsty New

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

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)

Monday, October 26

Red Bull

Red Bull Winter Edition Pistachio & Berries

Red Bull via Sporked (Griffin Parker)

Red Bull

Winter Edition Pistachio & Berries

Rolling out

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)

Denver layer

  • Retailers nationwide per Red Bull's Oct 26 announcement — no Aurora/Denver listing verified yet on launch morning; first local checks are Circle K, 7-Eleven, King Soopers, Walmart and Target.

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/

Jimmy John's

Jimmy John's Picklewich Return + Triple Pickle Meal

Jimmy John's via Fast Food Post

Jimmy John's

Picklewich Return + Triple Pickle Meal

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Participating U.S. Jimmy John's nationwide — check the Jimmy John's app for Aurora locations; local participation not yet verified.

The lineup

Vito Picklewich Returning

Salami, capocollo, provolone, onion, lettuce, tomato, oil and vinegar, oregano-basil — between two halves of a giant dill pickle instead of bread.

Turkey Picklewich Returning

Turkey build, served between two halves of a giant dill pickle instead of bread.

Ham Picklewich Returning

Ham build, served between two halves of a giant dill pickle instead of bread.

Roast Beef Picklewich Returning

Roast beef build, served between two halves of a giant dill pickle instead of bread.

Tuna Picklewich Returning

Tuna salad, cucumber, lettuce, tomato — between two halves of a giant dill pickle instead of bread.

Veggie Picklewich Returning

Double provolone, avocado spread, cucumber, lettuce, tomato, mayo — between two halves of a giant dill pickle instead of bread.

Pickle Jimmy Chips Returning

Returning dill pickle-flavored Jimmy Chips — the Picklewich's side.

Triple Pickle Meal New

Live Oct 27: a Picklewich + Pickle Jimmy Chips + one blind-bag Pickle Pal plush keychain (5 to collect; the plush requires the meal purchased in-store or drive-thru, while supplies last).

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

Hershey's

Hershey's Kisses Grinch — Cindy-Lou Who Strawberry Sugar Cookie

Hershey's — official product photo

Hershey's

Kisses Grinch — Cindy-Lou Who Strawberry Sugar Cookie

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • Listed in stock at the official Hershey shop; spotted at Target Oct 26 (The Impulsive Buy) — Aurora shelf stock not yet verified.

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

SONIC

SONIC Winter Menu — Santa Slush Float + Smoked Gouda & Bacon Smasher

SONIC via Fast Food Post

SONIC

Winter Menu — Santa Slush Float + Smoked Gouda & Bacon Smasher

Rolling out

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)

Denver layer

  • App early access at participating SONIC locations from Oct 26; nationwide Nov 2 — check the SONIC App for Aurora drive-ins; local participation not yet verified.

The lineup

Santa Slush Float New

Merry cherry + sweet vanilla Slush layered with vanilla soft serve and a cherry, in a Santa-themed cup.

$2.99

Smoked Gouda & Bacon SONIC Smasher New

Double or triple hand-smashed Angus patties, smoked gouda, bacon, grilled onions, black pepper aioli.

$7.69+

Merry Berry Fizz New

Sprite or Sprite Zero with cranberry syrup — the holiday dirty soda.

Holiday Creamy Vanilla New

Coca-Cola or Coke Zero with vanilla syrup and sweet cream.

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

Pillsbury

Pillsbury Holiday Cookie Dough — Gingerbread Man Shape + Hot Cocoa

Pillsbury — official product photo

Pillsbury

Holiday Cookie Dough — Gingerbread Man Shape + Hot Cocoa

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • At grocery retailers nationwide — check Walmart and King Soopers for Aurora pickup; local stock not yet verified.

The lineup

Gingerbread Man Shape Sugar Cookie Dough New

20 pre-cut gingerbread-man sugar cookies, 9.1 oz — safe to eat raw.

Hot Cocoa Cookie Dough Returning

12-count ready-to-bake hot cocoa cookies — the returning holiday dough.

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

Pepperidge Farm

Pepperidge Farm Holiday Cookies — Espresso Martini Milano + Returning Favorites

Pepperidge Farm via Allrecipes

Pepperidge Farm

Holiday Cookies — Espresso Martini Milano + Returning Favorites

Out now

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

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

Denver layer

  • Walmart, Kroger and Albertsons banners reported (trade) — King Soopers is the local Kroger banner; Aurora stock not yet verified.

The lineup

Espresso Martini Milano New

Holiday-exclusive Milano with espresso martini flavor — the cocktail, as a cookie. 6.6 oz.

Milano Slices Peppermint Returning

Peppermint Milano slices — holiday return.

Chessmen Holiday Nog Returning

Chessmen with holiday nog flavor — holiday return.

Linzer Raspberry Returning

Raspberry Linzer — holiday return.

Amaretto Hot Chocolate Milano Returning

Amaretto hot chocolate Milano — holiday return.

Brussels Mint Returning

Mint Brussels — holiday return.

Gingerman Cookies Returning

Gingerman cookies — holiday return.

$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

Sunday, October 25

Lay's

Lay's Holi-LAY'S Holiday Lineup

PepsiCo

Lay's

Holi-LAY'S Holiday Lineup

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Nationwide rollout from October 25, 2026 at grocery stores — no Denver/Aurora listing verified yet; check the Walmart, Target and King Soopers apps. Bags were spotted in-hand at a Walmart before launch (city not reported). Walmart online product listings now verified for both October flavors; local stock not verified.

The lineup

Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes

Cheddar Scalloped-Style Potatoes New

$2.97

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

Roasted Holiday Turkey

Roasted Holiday Turkey New

$2.97

Roasted turkey + rich gravy taste. Nationwide Oct 25.

Maple Bacon

Maple Bacon New

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

Wavy Milk Chocolate

Wavy Milk Chocolate New

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

Wavy Dubai-Style Dark Chocolate

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

Still Out

Dunkin'

Dunkin' Halloween Menu 2026

Dunkin' via All Hallows Geek

Dunkin'

Halloween Menu 2026

Out nowEnds Oct 31

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

Denver layer

  • Live now at participating Aurora/Denver Dunkin' restaurants — order ahead in the Dunkin' app.

The lineup

Spider Donut

Spider Donut Returning

“Spidey D” — the returning icon.

Berry Battie Daydream Refresher

Berry Battie Daydream Refresher New

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

Glow-in-the-dark Munchkins Bucket

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

Krispy Kreme

Krispy Kreme Looney Tunes Halloween Collection

Krispy Kreme

Krispy Kreme

Looney Tunes Halloween Collection

Out nowEnds Oct 31

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

Denver layer

  • Denver-metro shops: Thornton — 1051 E 120th Ave and Lone Tree — 7514 E Parkway Dr — pickup and delivery via krispykreme.com or the app. A grocery 6-pack is also at select Walmart and Kroger-banner stores; stock varies.

The lineup

Bugs Bunny Doughnut

Bugs Bunny Doughnut

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

Tweety and Sylvester Doughnut

Tweety and Sylvester Doughnut

Candy-corn icing, confetti sprinkles, pumpkin sugar piece

Taz Doughnut

Taz Doughnut

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

Lola Bunny Doughnut

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

Starbucks

Starbucks Black Cat Frappuccino + Venti Black Night Cookie

Starbucks

Starbucks

Black Cat Frappuccino + Venti Black Night Cookie

Out nowEnds Oct 31

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)

Denver layer

  • Select U.S. Starbucks coffeehouses — check the Starbucks app for your Aurora store; not every location carries the Halloween pair.

The lineup

Black Cat Frappuccino Blended Beverage

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

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

Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A Chicken & Waffle Sandwiches

Foodbeast

Chick-fil-A

Chicken & Waffle Sandwiches

Out nowEnds Nov 14

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

Denver layer

  • Live now at participating Aurora/Denver restaurants — order pickup or delivery in the Chick-fil-A app; prices vary by location.

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

S'mores Frosted Coffee

Flat blended top, toasted marshmallow + graham alongside

$4.75+
S'mores Milkshake

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

Chili's

Chili's Chicken Parm Big Crispy

Chili's via Fast Food Post

Chili's

Chicken Parm Big Crispy

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora Chili's at 265 South Abilene Street and 3451 Tower Road are the local route; local availability not yet verified. Order by name — ask a Chili's team member for the Chicken Parm Big Crispy; it may not be on the regular menu.

$16.99 (reported — varies by location)

Sources: Fast Food Post — Oct 2026

ZOA Energy

ZOA Energy Holiday Punch — 2026 Return

Stack3d

ZOA Energy

Holiday Punch — 2026 Return

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Amazon (Out now): $24.99 / 12-pack of 12 oz cans

160mg caffeine 0 sugar 12 fl oz Cranberry + citrus

Sources: Stack3d — Oct 16, 2026 · Amazon listing

Alani Nu

Alani Nu Winter Wonderland 2026 — Sugar Cookie

Recreated with AI from verified real photos of the actual can (labeled on the site)

Alani Nu

Winter Wonderland 2026 — Sugar Cookie

Spotted early

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

Spotted Oct 14 · Nationwide around Halloween

Denver layer

  • Five Below (Spotted): Aurora: S Havana St · E Ellsworth Ave · E Orchard Rd · Walmart (Listed) · King Soopers (Listed) · Target · Circle K · 7-Eleven (Rolling out ~Halloween)

200mg caffeine 0 sugar 12 fl oz

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

V8 Energy

V8 Energy Spiced Apple Cider — Winter Edition

V8 Energy

Spiced Apple Cider — Winter Edition

Out now

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

Out now — back in stores this October

Denver layer

  • Out now: $5.12 / 6-pack (suggested retail reported by Parade citing V8; a Walmart offer at that price was not separately verified) · King Soopers: carries V8 Energy · Target

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

Bloom Sparkling Energy

Bloom Sparkling Energy Strawberry Shortie

Bloom Sparkling Energy

Strawberry Shortie

Rolling out

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

Out now — launched October 2026

Denver layer

  • Target (Listed): single cans · Walmart (Listed) · King Soopers: carries Bloom

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

Neutonic

Neutonic Now Landing at Walmart

Neutonic

Now Landing at Walmart

Rolling out

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

Out now — rolled into Walmart Oct 3

Denver layer

  • Walmart rollout to nearly 1,000 U.S. stores from October 3; singles $2.97+ and 4-packs $9.96+ per Neutonic's October 1 announcement. Check the Walmart app for Aurora availability; no specific Aurora/Denver store stock or checkout price verified.

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)

Celsius

Celsius Spritz Vibe Winter Edition — Sparkling Shirley Temple

Celsius

Spritz Vibe Winter Edition — Sparkling Shirley Temple

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Target (Out now): $2.59 / single 12 oz can — listing live · Other chains (Rolling out): wherever CELSIUS is sold

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

Taco Bell

Taco Bell Fall Menu Drop

Tasting Table · Photo: Taco Bell via Allrecipes

Taco Bell

Fall Menu Drop

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Live now at participating Aurora/Denver Taco Bells — order in the app, drive-thru or in-store.

The lineup

Classic Chicken Crunchadilla

Classic Chicken Crunchadilla New

$2

Grilled chicken, three-cheese blend, crunchy shell inside

Sriracha Chicken Crunchadilla

Sriracha Chicken Crunchadilla New

$2

Classic crunch build with Sriracha sauce heat

Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries

Creamy Sriracha Chicken Nacho Fries New

$5.49

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

Dream Refrescas

Dream Refrescas New

$4.49

Strawberry Dream, Pineapple Dragonfruit Dream, plus the Freeze

Double Dipping Burritos

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

Taco Bell × Milk Bar Birthday Cake Empanada

Taco Bell via The Fast Food Post

Taco Bell × Milk Bar

Birthday Cake Empanada

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Participating locations nationwide — check the Taco Bell app at Aurora stores; price may vary by location.

$3.49 290 calories

$3.49

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

McDonald's

McDonald's Boo Buckets: Disney Villains

McDonald's · Design photos: McDonald's via People

McDonald's

Boo Buckets: Disney Villains

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Live now at participating Aurora/Denver McDonald's — in-store, drive-thru or the app.

The lineup

Jafar

Jafar

Red pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

Scar

Scar

Orange pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

Ursula

Ursula

Purple pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

Maleficent

Maleficent

Green pail with a villain-inspired lid + stickers

Cruella

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

Chips Ahoy!

Chips Ahoy! Chewy Mystery Glitch Cookies

Mondelez / Chips Ahoy!

Chips Ahoy!

Chewy Mystery Glitch Cookies

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Walmart.com (Out now): $4.97 / 9.58 oz pack, sold and shipped by Walmart.com · Also listed at Kroger-banner stores (King Soopers is the Denver Kroger banner) — Aurora shelf stock not yet verified.

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

Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel Holiday Menu 2026

Cracker Barrel via PR Newswire

Cracker Barrel

Holiday Menu 2026

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Denver-metro Cracker Barrel: Central Park — 9111 E 40th Ave, Denver, plus Northglenn — 350 W 120th Ave. The holiday menu is a nationwide rollout; the Denver stores' own menus were not individually verified. Order at crackerbarrel.com or in the app.

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

Country Fried Turkey Sandwich New

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

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

Oreo

Oreo Cakesters Gingerbread

Albertsons (Shaw's) product listing

Oreo

Cakesters Gingerbread

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Listed at Albertsons banners — Shaw's product page live at $4.99 (delivery + pickup). Denver: no King Soopers listing found yet; CVS carried the first national stock, so Denver-area CVS stores are the first local check.

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

Sour Patch Kids

Sour Patch Kids Halloween Trio — Tricksters, Glow Ups Ghosts & Monster Parts

Sour Patch Kids brand photo (via Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery)

Sour Patch Kids

Halloween Trio — Tricksters, Glow Ups Ghosts & Monster Parts

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • Listed at Target — target.com shows Glow Ups Ghosts at $3.99 and Monster Parts at $4.19, in stock online with October buyer reviews; also at Walmart nationally per Mondelēz. Aurora shelf stock not verified yet — the seasonal candy aisle at Target or Walmart is the first local check.

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

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

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

Dutch Bros

Dutch Bros Creepy Crawler Rebel

Dutch Bros via Brand Eating

Dutch Bros

Creepy Crawler Rebel

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora Dutch Bros — 4 shops per dutchbros.com: 14505 E Arapahoe Rd · 16705 E Iliff Ave · 14650 E Colfax · 420 S Airport Blvd; order in the Dutch Bros app. Local LTO stock not individually verified.

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

Red Robin

Red Robin Prime Rib Stack Burger

Red Robin via PR Newswire

Red Robin

Prime Rib Stack Burger

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora Red Robin: Cornerstar — 6795 S Cornerstar Way and Havana — 1491 S Havana St (redrobin.com location pages); participating locations nationwide — check the Red Robin app or site before you go.

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

Papa Murphy's

Papa Murphy's Jack-O Pizza — 2026 return

Papa Murphy's

Papa Murphy's

Jack-O Pizza — 2026 return

NewOut nowEnds Oct 31

Halloween pizza night, ready for your oven.

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

Denver layer

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

Papa Johns

Papa Johns Jack-o'-lantern Pizza — 2026 return

Papa Johns

Papa Johns

Jack-o'-lantern Pizza — 2026 return

NewOut nowEnds Nov 1

A pepperoni pumpkin returns for Halloween.

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

Denver layer

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

Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings Fright Feast — Black Garlic Wings + Cheese Curds

Buffalo Wild Wings / Inspire Brands

Buffalo Wild Wings

Fright Feast — Black Garlic Wings + Cheese Curds

NewOut nowEnds Nov 9

Black garlic gives wings and cheese curds a seasonal twist.

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

Denver layer

The lineup

Vampire Hunter Wings New

Wings tossed in Black Garlic Glaze, finished with spicy garlic drizzle.

Black Garlic Glaze Cheese Curds New

White cheddar cheese curds topped with Black Garlic Glaze.

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/

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

Fuzzy's Taco Shop Draco Taco II + Draco'rrito

Fuzzy's Taco Shop via Dine Brands / Business Wire

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

Draco Taco II + Draco'rrito

NewOut nowEnds Nov 8

A revamped Draco taco gets a new burrito companion.

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

Denver layer

The lineup

Draco Taco II Updated

Red crunchy shell inside cheese-lined flour tortilla with beef, garlic and vampiro sauces, avocado, feta, cilantro, lime. Brand-listed price; varies by location.

$4.69

Draco'rrito New

Cheese-crusted burrito with beef, rice, cheese, vampiro sauce, sour cream, vampiro queso and red tortilla strips. Brand-listed price; varies by location.

$10.25

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

Daiya

Daiya Cheesecake Bites — Original, Strawberry and Chocolate

Daiya

Daiya

Cheesecake Bites — Original, Strawberry and Chocolate

NewOut now

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.

Denver layer

  • Brand lists participating Kroger, Sprouts and Meijer nationwide. Specific Denver/Aurora shelf stock, store participation and local price not verified. King Soopers is the Denver-area Kroger banner; brand participation is not proof of local stock.

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

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

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 Toast Crunch

Cinnamon Toast Crunch × Chamoy Mega Chamoy Flavor Cereal

General Mills / Cinnamon Toast Crunch

Cinnamon Toast Crunch × Chamoy Mega

Chamoy Flavor Cereal

NewOut now

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.

Denver layer

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/

Monster Energy

Monster Energy Vanilla Shot + Zero Sugar Vanilla Shot

Monster Energy via US Foods CHEFSTORE

Monster Energy

Vanilla Shot + Zero Sugar Vanilla Shot

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

The lineup

Vanilla Shot New

Original Monster with vanilla flavor; 16 fl oz, 160 mg caffeine per official page.

Zero Sugar Vanilla Shot New

Zero-sugar variant confirmed on Monster's US product page; no exact variant image landed.

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/

Java Monster

Java Monster Dubai Chocolate

Monster Energy via Kroger

Java Monster

Dubai Chocolate

NewOut now

Chocolate and pistachio-inspired flavor meet coffee energy.

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

Denver layer

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/

Red Bull

Red Bull 2026 Advent Calendar with Arctic Berry Festive Edition

Red Bull via Target

Red Bull

2026 Advent Calendar with Arctic Berry Festive Edition

NewOut now

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

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

Denver layer

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

Little Debbie

Little Debbie 2026 Holiday Snack Lineup

McKee Foods via PR Newswire

Little Debbie

2026 Holiday Snack Lineup

Out now

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)

Denver layer

  • National grocery, mass and convenience rollout — no selected Denver/Aurora inventory verified.

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

Ghirardelli Crispy Cookies — Classic Chocolate Chip + Double Chocolate

Ghirardelli via PR Newswire

Ghirardelli

Crispy Cookies — Classic Chocolate Chip + Double Chocolate

Out now

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

Denver layer

  • Kroger and Walmart rollouts include the Denver banners (King Soopers, Walmart) — selected-store Aurora stock not yet verified.

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

Arby's

Arby's Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler + Club

Arby's / Inspire Brands

Arby's

Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler + Club

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • U.S. availability only; no Aurora/Denver store stock, menu, or checkout price verified.

The lineup

Deep Fried Turkey Gobbler Returning

Thick-sliced turkey, crispy onions, Swiss, stuffing, cranberry spread and mayo on a toasted sub bun.

Deep Fried Turkey Club Returning

Thick-sliced turkey, bacon, cheddar, tomato, lettuce and mayo on a toasted sub bun.

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/

Barebells

Barebells Peppermint Bark — Holiday Return

Barebells

Barebells

Peppermint Bark — Holiday Return

NewOut now

Peppermint Bark is back in its candy-cane wrapper.

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

Denver layer

  • U.S. availability only; no Aurora/Denver store stock, menu, or checkout price verified.

The lineup

Peppermint Bark

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/

Wonderful Pistachios

Wonderful Pistachios Dubai Chocolate Pistachios

Wonderful Pistachios

Wonderful Pistachios

Dubai Chocolate Pistachios

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • U.S. availability only; no Aurora/Denver store stock, menu, or checkout price verified.

The lineup

Dubai Chocolate Pistachios

Dubai Chocolate Pistachios New

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

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/

Shipley Donuts

Shipley Donuts Halloween Boo Box

Shipley Donuts

Shipley Donuts

Halloween Boo Box

NewOut nowEnds Nov 1

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

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora location listed: Shipley Donuts, 5400 S Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80015 (DoorDash listing checked Oct 27) — Finn's PM check of Shipley's official locator did not corroborate that store and two secondary directories report it closed, so call ahead. Boo Box stock at that store not individually verified.

The lineup

Yummy Mummy New

Chocolate icing with a white-icing mummy wrap and candy-style eyes.

Boo's Eye New

A white-iced shell donut decorated like an eyeball.

Jack O' Sprinkles New

Orange icing with autumn-colored sprinkles.

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/

Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery Boo Batter Halloween Lineup

Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery

Boo Batter Halloween Lineup

NewOut nowEnds Oct 31

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

October 1–31, 2026 · At participating locations

Denver layer

  • Aurora City Place store verified at 14132 E Cedar Ave, Suite A: https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/stores/ice-cream-near-aurora/20284 . Its ordering page returned Loading; local item stock and price are unverified. Call or check the store before visiting.

The lineup

Boo Batter Ice Cream Taco

Boo Batter Ice Cream Taco Seasonal

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

Treat or Treat

Treat or Treat Seasonal

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

Witches’ Boo Shake

Witches’ Boo Shake Seasonal

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

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/

Cold Stone Creamery Fall Creations — JELL-O Banana + HONEY MAID Graham

Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery

Fall Creations — JELL-O Banana + HONEY MAID Graham

NewOut nowEnds Nov 17

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

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora City Place store verified at 14132 E Cedar Ave, Suite A: https://www.coldstonecreamery.com/stores/ice-cream-near-aurora/20284 . Its ordering page returned Loading; local item stock and price are unverified. Call or check the store before visiting.

The lineup

Going Bananas for JELL-O Pudding

Going Bananas for JELL-O Pudding Returning

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

Crumb and Get It

Crumb and Get It New

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

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/

Good & Gather

Good & Gather Limited Edition Blueberry & Brie Cheese Sticks

Target / Good & Gather

Good & Gather

Limited Edition Blueberry & Brie Cheese Sticks

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • Target listing observed October 28; no Aurora/Denver store selected or local stock verified. Check your store: https://www.target.com/p/-/A-94929545

The lineup

Blueberry & Brie Cheese Sticks

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

Ghirardelli

Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Graham & Caramel Snowmen

Ghirardelli via World Market

Ghirardelli

Milk Chocolate Graham & Caramel Snowmen

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • World Market exact 4.1 oz listing observed October 28; no Aurora/Denver store selected or stock verified. https://www.worldmarket.com/p/ghirardelli-graham-and-caramel-milk-chocolate-snowmen-bag-4.1-oz.-667500.html

The lineup

Graham & Caramel Milk Chocolate Snowmen

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

Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut Cheesy Bites Stuffed Crust Pizza — Fall Return

Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut

Cheesy Bites Stuffed Crust Pizza — Fall Return

NewOut now

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

Denver layer

  • Availability and pricing vary by Pizza Hut location; Aurora/Denver item participation not independently verified. Check a local address in the app or https://www.pizzahut.com/c/content/cheesy-bites-stuffed-crust-pizza

The lineup

Large 1-Topping Cheesy Bites Stuffed Crust Pizza

Large 1-Topping Cheesy Bites Stuffed Crust Pizza Returning

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

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

North Italia

North Italia Fall Menu — New Pastas + Crispy Chicken Piccata

North Italia via Nation’s Restaurant News

North Italia

Fall Menu — New Pastas + Crispy Chicken Piccata

NewOut now

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

Fall 2026 menu available now · Exact menu end date unannounced

Denver layer

  • Official Denver menu at 190 Clayton Lane lists these items. Prices below are lunch-menu prices observed October 28, not guaranteed checkout availability: https://www.northitalia.com/locations/denver-co-cherry-creek-shopping-center/

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

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

Dropping Soon

Starbucks

Starbucks Holiday Menu 2026

Starbucks

Starbucks

Holiday Menu 2026

Announced · Nov 5

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)

Denver layer

  • Not in Denver yet — starts Nov 5 at participating Aurora/Denver stores, app + in-store.

The lineup

Apple Pomegranate Refresher

Apple Pomegranate Refresher New

Green iced refresher, pomegranate pearls at the bottom

Snowy Apple

Snowy Apple New

Milky coconut-milk version, pearls showing through the glass

Tiramisu Velvet Latte

Tiramisu Velvet Latte New

Iced, mascarpone foam, cocoa-coffee dusting on top

Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew

Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew New

Dark cold brew under a mascarpone foam cap

Bearista Cake Pop

Bearista Cake Pop New

Bear-head cake pop wearing a green tree hat

Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese

Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese New

Two grilled halves, cheese pull, braised short rib

Turkey & Stuffing Sandwich

Turkey & Stuffing Sandwich New

Turkey and stuffing on cranberry-studded bread

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

Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen Holiday Cookie Swap Blizzard Treat Collection

Dairy Queen — official release photo

Dairy Queen

Holiday Cookie Swap Blizzard Treat Collection

Announced · Nov 2

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

Denver layer

  • Participating U.S. DQ locations nationwide — check the DQ app for Aurora shops; local participation not yet verified.

The lineup

Peanut Butter Blossom made with HERSHEY'S MINI KISSES Blizzard Treat New

Cookie pieces, peanut butter topping and Hershey's Mini Kisses in vanilla soft serve — the blossom cookie, blended.

Peppermint Bark Blizzard Treat Returning

Milk and white chocolate layers with peppermint candy cane pieces in vanilla soft serve — back after selling out in spots last year.

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

Zaxby's

Zaxby's Honey Chipotle Sauce + Peppermint Cookies & Cream Shake

Zaxby's via PR Newswire

Zaxby's

Honey Chipotle Sauce + Peppermint Cookies & Cream Shake

Announced · Nov 2

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

Denver layer

  • Participating Zaxby's locations nationwide — no Denver/Aurora participation verified yet.

The lineup

Honey Chipotle Sauce New

Honey, brown sugar, red chili and chipotle — sweet heat for Fingerz and Wingz. Rewardz early access from Oct 26.

Peppermint Cookies & Cream Shake New

Hand-spun peppermint milkshake with cookies & cream pieces, whipped cream and a cherry. From Nov 2.

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

Gorilla Mind

Gorilla Mind Silverback Energy

Gorilla Mind via Stack3d

Gorilla Mind

Silverback Energy

Announced

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)

Denver layer

  • No retailer or Denver availability verified.

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

RYSE

RYSE Fuel Energy Drink — Shirley Temple

RYSE (brand)

RYSE

Fuel Energy Drink — Shirley Temple

Announced

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

Denver layer

  • No retail or Denver availability verified.

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

Monster / REIGN / Bang

Monster / REIGN / Bang 2027 flavor preview: Ultra Aloha POG, Razz Rocket, Dirty Soda + Pineapple Whip

Monster Energy Company via BevNET

Monster / REIGN / Bang

2027 flavor preview: Ultra Aloha POG, Razz Rocket, Dirty Soda + Pineapple Whip

NewAnnounced

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

Denver layer

  • Denver/Aurora availability unverified; 2027 announcement only.

The lineup

Monster Ultra Aloha POG New

Passionfruit, orange and guava; zero sugar.

Juice Monster Razz Rocket New

Black raspberry.

REIGN Total Body Fuel Dirty Soda New

Coconut, lime and spiced fruit-soda profile.

Bang Pineapple Whip New

Pineapple and cream.

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

McDonald's

McDonald's Holiday Drinks — Frosted Cranberry + Cookie Butter

McDonald's

McDonald's

Holiday Drinks — Frosted Cranberry + Cookie Butter

NewAnnounced · Nov 3

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

Denver layer

  • Participating locations nationwide — Aurora/Denver participation not individually verified.

The lineup

Frosted Cranberry Splash with Sprite New

Sprite with orange and cranberry flavors, cold foam and cranberry sprinkles.

Red Bull Frosted Cranberry Energizer New

Frosted Cranberry with cold foam and sprinkles over Red Bull — classic Red Bull or Red Bull Zero.

Cookie Butter Frappé New

Blended cookie butter coffee with caramel cookie crumbs and sweet vanilla whip.

Cookie Butter Latte New

Cookie butter latte with caramel cookie crumbs and sweet vanilla whip.

Cookie Butter Iced Coffee New

Cookie butter iced coffee with caramel cookie crumbs and sweet vanilla whip.

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/

Pop-Tarts

Pop-Tarts × Liquid Death Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange

Pop-Tarts via License Global

Pop-Tarts × Liquid Death

Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange

NewAnnounced

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability and checkout prices not verified. U.S. retail rollout announced; no selected-store inventory checked.

The lineup

Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange

Squeezed to Death Frosted Orange New

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

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

Chipotle

Chipotle Mesquite-Smoked Brisket Return

Chipotle

Chipotle

Mesquite-Smoked Brisket Return

NewAnnounced

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

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

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability and checkout prices not verified. National participating-location release; no selected-store menu or stock checked.

The lineup

Mesquite-Smoked Brisket

Mesquite-Smoked Brisket Returning

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

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

Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce

Chick-fil-A

Chick-fil-A

Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce

NewAnnounced

The signature sauce gets a spicy-pepper twist.

Coming November 16, 2026 · New permanent sauce

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability and checkout prices not verified. National participating-location release; no selected-store menu or stock checked.

The lineup

Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce

Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce New

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

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

C4

C4 8.4 oz mini Cereal Killer and Buzzin Honey Os

C4 / Keurig Dr Pepper via trade preview

C4

8.4 oz mini Cereal Killer and Buzzin Honey Os

NewAnnounced

Two cereal-inspired C4 flavors get a smaller can.

January 2027; exact launch day not announced.

Denver layer

  • Aurora/Denver availability not yet verified; announced future US release.

The lineup

Cereal Killer mini New format

8.4 fl oz mini can.

Buzzin' Honey O's mini New format

8.4 fl oz mini can.

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

Dunkin'

Dunkin' Marvel Studios Avengers: Doomsday bakery lineup

Dunkin' / Marvel Studios via Business Wire

Dunkin'

Marvel Studios Avengers: Doomsday bakery lineup

NewAnnounced

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.

Denver layer

  • National participating-location release; Denver/Aurora participation and prices not verified. Official location lookup: https://www.dunkindonuts.com/locations/us/co/aurora/

The lineup

Doomsday Donut Returning

Brownie Batter filling, chocolate icing and themed sprinkles.

Avenging Donut New

New cotton-candy filling, vanilla icing and themed sprinkles.

Doomsday Munchkins Returning

Themed Donut Hole Treats with chocolate and green sprinkles.

Avenging Munchkins New

Themed Donut Hole Treats with rainbow sprinkles.

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

V8 Energy

V8 Energy V8 Energy Tangerine

V8 Energy via Walmart Business

V8 Energy

V8 Energy Tangerine

NewRolling out

Rolling out — retailer rollout through late October 2026

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

GHOST

GHOST Sour Strips Appleberry

GHOST via GNC

GHOST

Sour Strips Appleberry

NewRolling out

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

Denver layer

  • Not in Denver yet — early availability is GNC online and select retail elsewhere; the nationwide rollout (January 2027) is the Denver date to watch.

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)

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

5-hour ENERGY Peppermint Mocha + Candy Cane Variety Pack

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

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

Early 2027

Celsius Energy + Hydration

January 2027

C4 Jacked Apple Crunch mini cans

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

BevIndustry — Oct 13, 2026
January 2027

C4 Cocoa Loco

Early 2027

Doritos Lemon Pepper

Sources: PepsiCo via Sporked — Oct 15, 2026
October 28, 2026 (early access) · January 2027 (retail)

GHOST Protein Cereal x Trix

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

Stack3d — Oct 22, 2026 · PricePlow — Oct 21, 2026
Out now at limited retailers · Nationwide early 2027

Chips Ahoy! Minis Drizzled — Fudge + Caramel

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

Mondelez via GlobeNewswire — Oct 21, 2026
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)

Oreo Espresso Creme Thins — 1,000-Pack Drop

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

Sources: Parade — Oct 20, 2026 · Allrecipes — Oct 22, 2026 · Grocery CPG — Oct 22, 2026
Out now at Walmart — spotted on shelves this week · Permanent lineup addition

Oreo Salted Caramel Shortbread

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

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

GORGIE Sparkling Shirley Splash

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

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

Sources: The Vitamin Shoppe listing · BevNET — Oct 23, 2026

RUMORED — ON THE RADAR

Unconfirmed tracker chatter — no dates, no photos, not drops yet. When one confirms, it graduates to a full card.

GHOST × 7UP Shirley TempleRumored · suppwire via Sporked — unconfirmed
Alani Nu Mystery New FlavorRumored · snackwire, May 29, 2026 — no source given
Starbucks Additional Holiday Cold FoamsRumored · snackwire, Oct 26, 2026 — lead only, no brand confirmation
Dunkin's Holiday Cookie Butter DrinksRumored · snackwire + Markie Devo via Sporked, Oct 22, 2026 — unconfirmed
BUM Energy Cherry Snow Cone + Sour Snow ConeRumored · whatsuppwithlucas, Oct 17, 2026 — unconfirmed
Blue Bunny Mother's Frosted Cookies + Keebler Fudge & CookiesRumored · via CandyHunting, reported by Sporked — unconfirmed

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