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The return of the Shamrock Shake - McDonalds brings back a cult classic
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by amyjudd | February 26, 2008 at 12:48 pm
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Remeber the days of the McRib? Or McDonalds pizzas? Or what about the McCafe that was a short-lived marketing enterprise that was supposed to encorage a Starbucks crowd to the restaurant, but only managed to drive customers away with their sorry excuse for a latte?
Well, unfortunately for some, these items are not coming back. However, the head honchos at Mickey D's have answered the call to bring back the much loved Shamrock Shake, just in time for St. Patricks Day no less.
It seems as if this is a well overdue move on their part, because a quick search on the internet for 'Shamrock Shake' unveiled many sites, such as this one that is a petition to bring back the shake permanently, and this one where shake lovers can post their 'Shamrock Shake excursions' on youtube and then add it to the site. You can also see youtube videos of the shake itself, and find out where the shake is being sold across America.
It may seem strange to go to all this trouble for a milkshake, but never having had one, I suppose I cannot pass judgement.
I'll have to keep a lookout at my local McDonalds for this much beloved beverage.
Check out our article from last year here.
Starting on February 26th, for a limited time, the Shamrock Shake will be available in participating McDonald's restaurants across the country.
Not seen in Canada for more than five years, the Shamrock Shake has gained an almost cult-like following. In recent years, enthusiasts have begun banding together online with dedicated Web sites, blogs and fan groups - celebrating the nostalgia and great taste of the shake and pleading for its return.
"We are so excited to re-introduce a product that so many of our customers love," says Laurie Laykish, Senior Vice President, Menu and Strategy, at McDonald's Canada. "We knew the shake had maintained a nostalgic connection with customers - we just couldn't believe how many of them had taken the discussion to a whole new level online."
Also making an appearance is Uncle O'Grimacey - the elusive McDonaldland(R) character from yesteryear. As the fable goes, O'Grimacey is the uncle of the beloved character Grimace and visits his nephew in March, leading up to St. Patrick's Day, just in time to enjoy the incredibly delicious Shamrock Shake. Canadians can become friends with O'Grimacey and join his Shamrock Shake group by clicking here:
http://www.facebook.com/...e_OGrimacey/1132786008
Limited-time offers such as the Shamrock Shake have traditionally elicited excitement and anticipation from customers across Canada. Despite his Irish lineage, Ben Mulroney, host of CTV's eTalk and Canadian Idol, longs for a different menu item from the past and is among the many customers who have made heartfelt pleas to bring back the McRib(R) sandwich.
With the return of the Shamrock Shake, and an increasing demand from customers for the return of old favourites, Canadians are left wondering: what will be next?
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at 13:25 on February 26th, 2008
UGH... I'm ashamed to admit that this is something from MacDonald's that might make me step through it's doors for the first time in close to five years... oh the lovely, almost minty, green shame of it all... I can not resist it...
at 16:35 on February 26th, 2008
cover your eyes if you've got visions of a a SMALL (337g) shake in your future:
530 calories
77g sugar
13g fat (20% of the recommended daily intake)
340g sodium (14% of the recommended daily intake)
94g carbohydrates (31% of the recommended daily intake)
0 fibre
11 grams protein
35% of recommended daily calcium intake (thank golly for small favours)
--yah. That's a SMALL.
sugar, glucose, soy mono and diglycerides, guar gum, dextrose,
artificial vanilla flavour, carrageenan, cellulose gum.
water, colour (beta carotene (containts sunflower oil), FD&C Blue
#1), natural flavour (water, propylene glycol, vegetable gum, plant
extractives, essential oils), sodium benzoate, citric acid,
dimethylpolysiloxane (antifoaming agent).
courtesy the mcdonalds.ca nutritional calendar (http://www.mcdonalds.ca/en/food/calculator.aspx)
McDonald's disclaimer: "Percentage Daily values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily
values may be higher or lower depending on your Calorie needs.
Please note that the ingredient disclosures contained in this
section relate to the menu items available at McDonald's Restaurants in
Canada only."
at 16:39 on February 26th, 2008
Wow, that's disgusting. Maybe we shouldn't all flock to our local McDonalds now...
at 13:24 on February 27th, 2008
maybe we should... I could use a couple lbs and that looks tasty... ;)
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Fraulein Nat 15:16 on March 11th, 2008
I love this shake. I look forward to March every year!
Fraulein N has contributed a photo to this story.
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megalli (not verified)at 11:05 on February 17th, 2009
I LOVEEE THESE!!!!!! the only reason i live is for these shakes.
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Rachel Ray (not verified)at 14:37 on February 17th, 2009
I just drank a small one as I was reading this, and I should have gotten a large! Delish!
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skinny_minny (not verified)at 16:01 on February 20th, 2009
Well I have a food allergy to wheat protien (gluten) & have very limited food choices. Especially with dessert like items. So I love the that i can have all the shakes at Mc Donalds.
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Emma Glenn (not verified)at 15:26 on February 24th, 2009
I love the Shamrock Shake! The McDonalds in my town used to sell it, but it doesn't anymore that I am aware of. It's delicious and all American McDonalds' should sell it. Yay!
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Irish i had a shamrock shake (not verified)at 16:08 on March 8th, 2009
Does anyone know where to find a shamrock shake in NC? some people say raleigh but i need to know where in raleigh. i moved here 4 years ago from upstate NY where they were everywhere and i looked all over greenville nc to find one but i going to charlotte this weekend and would love to stop and get one on the way. so if anyone know where to find them in the raleigh/greensburough area please let me know!
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Shamrock Shake Lover (not verified)at 17:52 on March 10th, 2009
I may be too late in leaving you this information, but Lancaster, SC (which isn't far from Charlotte, NC at all) has Shamrock Shakes. Also, Rock Hill, SC (about 10 miles south of Charlotte) does as well at the McDonalds right off of I-77 on Cherry Road. From the looks of it, a lot of McDonald's are supposed to be participating in Shamrock Shakes this year. Call around your area.
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Irish i had a shamrock shake (not verified)at 16:13 on March 8th, 2009
I need to know where to find shamrock shakes in NC. i live in greenville but i have already been to every McDonalds here and they dont have them. i heard they may be in raleigh but i need to know where. i am going to charlotte this weekend and would love to get one on the way so if anyone knows where to get them in raleigh/Durham/Greensboro/Charlotte please let me know the specific location. Thank you!!
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Mc-lovin (not verified)at 19:05 on March 11th, 2009
WoW...Lots of Calories..But its so...Yummy to my Tummy......& Don't for get Boy's & Girl's .......Quote.
'' Speed up your metabolism... Eat all ya Want '' I do a 5k Run every Day No sign of the Shamrock on my waste line .....Lol......Long Live the .... Mc Shamrock..