The Classic McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes Are Returning Sooner Than Expected

The time in between Groundhog Day and the beginning of spring is a period McDonald’s fans like to call ‘Shamrock Shake Season.’ The beloved Saint Patrick’s Day-themed milkshake is always only available as a limited-time treat each year, and you will be able to sip on one sooner than you might have thought.

Don’t want to wait until St. Patrick’s Day to sip on a classic McDonald’s Shamrock Shake? You won’t have to, or even until March 1st, as the chain just announced that the drinks will hit stores starting February 20th— mark your calendars!

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McDonald’s Announces Shamrock Shake Return On February 20, 2023

According to the official McDonald’s website, the company notes that the Shamrock Shake is made with “creamy vanilla soft serve, blended with Shamrock Shake syrup and topped with delicious whipped topping.” It lists the following ingredients; vanilla reduced fat ice cream, Shamrock Shake syrup and whipped light cream.

The McDonald’s Shamrock Shake has been a sought-after treat every March since its 1970 debut after Hal Rosen— a Connecticut McDonald’s owner— whipped up the idea for the mint-flavored milkshake in 1967. It is available in a small, medium or large size.

The Oreo Shamrock McFlurry Will Also Come Back This Winter

In 2020, McDonald’s introduced a Shamrock Shake-flavored McFlurry with crushed Oreo cookie pieces, and it’s been a hit ever since. According to the chain, this dessert is the “perfect combo of vanilla soft serve with our Shamrock Shake flavor and OREO? cookie pieces.”

You can get both treats at your local McDonald’s starting February 20th until Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17th!