McDonald’s drink menu in 2026 spans soft drinks, McCafé coffees, smoothies, frozen drinks, teas, and new specialty Refreshers. Prices generally run from about $1.19 for a small soft drink to $5.39 for a large specialty latte. Exact prices vary by location, size, and ordering channel.
McDonald’s beverage lineup has grown well beyond the classic fountain soda. Today it includes espresso drinks, fruit Refreshers, an energy drink, frozen slushies, and kid-friendly options all at prices that stay competitive with dedicated coffee chains.
What’s on the McDonald’s drink menu in 2026?
The McDonald’s drink menu covers seven main categories: soft drinks, McCafé hot coffees, iced coffees, frappés, smoothies, frozen drinks, and teas or lemonades. In 2026, McDonald’s also added a range of specialty Refreshers and a Red Bull energy drink. Most beverages come in small, medium, and large sizes.
Here’s the quick category view:
- Soft drinks: Coca-Cola®, Sprite®, Dr Pepper®, Fanta® Orange, Diet Coke®, Hi-C® Orange Lavaburst®
- McCafé coffees: Premium Roast, Latte, Cappuccino, Macchiato, Mocha, Americano, Frappé
- Iced coffees: Iced Coffee, Iced Latte, Iced Mocha, Iced Caramel Macchiato
- Smoothies: Strawberry Banana, Mango Pineapple
- Frozen drinks: Frozen Coca-Cola®, Frozen Fanta® Blue Raspberry
- Teas & lemonade: Sweet Tea, Unsweetened Iced Tea, Hot Tea, Lemonade
- Specialty & new: Refreshers, Red Bull® Dragonberry Energizer, Dirty Dr Pepper®
McDonald’s soft drink prices and calories
McDonald’s soft drink prices typically range from $1.19 for a small to about $3.19 for a large, making fountain sodas the most affordable drinks on the menu. Coca-Cola®, Sprite®, and Dr Pepper® are the classic picks. Diet Coke® offers the same fizz at zero calories across every size.
| Soft Drink | Small | Medium | Large |
| Coca-Cola® | $1.19 / 150 Cal | $2.59 / 210 Cal | $3.19 / 290 Cal |
| Sprite® | $1.39 / 140 Cal | $2.39 / 200 Cal | $3.19 / 270 Cal |
| Dr Pepper® | $1.19 / 140 Cal | $2.39 / 200 Cal | $3.19 / 280 Cal |
| Fanta® Orange | $2.19 / 150 Cal | $2.59 / 210 Cal | $3.19 / 300 Cal |
| Diet Coke® | $2.19 / 0 Cal | $2.59 / 0 Cal | $3.19 / 0 Cal |
| Hi-C® Orange Lavaburst® | $1.49 / 160 Cal | $2.19 / 230 Cal | $3.19 / 310 Cal |
Note: Some menu trackers (like HackTheMenu) list flat soft drink pricing near $1.69 in certain markets. This reflects real regional variation and frequent $1 any-size promotions.
What are the McCafé coffee prices in 2026?
McCafé coffee prices in 2026 run from about $1.89 for a small Iced Coffee to $5.39 for a large French Vanilla Latte. McDonald’s brews its coffee from 100% Arabica beans and offers hot, iced, and frozen options. Premium Roast Coffee and the Americano are the cheapest ways to get caffeine.
| McCafé Drink | Small | Medium | Large |
| Premium Roast Coffee | $2.39 / 5 Cal | $2.99 / 10 Cal | $3.49 / 10 Cal |
| Americano | $2.39 / 0 Cal | $3.19 / 5 Cal | $4.29 / 5 Cal |
| Iced Coffee | $1.89 / 150 Cal | $2.19 / 190 Cal | $3.19 / 270 Cal |
| Latte | $3.19 / 140 Cal | $4.19 / 190 Cal | $5.29 / 250 Cal |
| Cappuccino | $3.19 / 110 Cal | $4.29 / 160 Cal | $5.19 / 200 Cal |
| Caramel Macchiato | $3.19 / 260 Cal | $4.09 / 260 Cal | $5.09 / 260 Cal |
| Mocha Latte | $3.59 / 290 Cal | $4.29 / 370 Cal | $4.59 / 460 Cal |
| Caramel Frappé | $4.19 / 420 Cal | $4.49 / 490 Cal | $5.19 / 650 Cal |
| Mocha Frappé | $4.19 / 430 Cal | $4.49 / 490 Cal | $5.19 / 660 Cal |
You can customize most McCafé drinks with flavor shots (caramel, French vanilla, sugar-free French vanilla where available), less sugar, or non-dairy milk like oat or almond at select locations.
What new drinks did McDonald’s add in 2026?
McDonald’s added a full line of specialty drinks in 2026, listed under McCafé on its official menu. These include fruit Refreshers, a Red Bull energy drink, and soda-based creations like Dirty Dr Pepper® and Vanilla Swirl with Coca-Cola®. The Refreshers and Energizer both contain caffeine.
| New Specialty Drink | Medium Price | Notes |
| Sprite® Berry Blast | $4.29 / 290 Cal | Caffeine-free soda blend |
| Strawberry Watermelon Refresher | $4.09 / 210 Cal | Contains caffeine |
| Mango Pineapple Refresher | $4.19 / 250 Cal | Contains caffeine |
| Blackberry Passion Fruit Refresher | $4.09 / 230 Cal | Contains caffeine |
| Dirty Dr Pepper® | $3.39 / 300 Cal | Soda + syrup blend |
| Orange Dream | $3.89 / 320 Cal | Creamy citrus blend |
| Red Bull® Dragonberry Energizer | $5.19 / 200 Cal | 80mg caffeine (one size) |
According to McDonald’s, the Red Bull® Energizer contains 80mg of caffeine and is not recommended for children, pregnant or nursing women, or anyone sensitive to caffeine. McDonald’s also lists limited-time Caramel Apple Pie coffee drinks (Iced Coffee, Latte, Iced Latte, and Frappé).
Which McDonald’s drinks have the most caffeine?
Among verified options, large iced coffee drinks carry the most caffeine at McDonald’s. A large McCafé Iced Coffee has roughly 180–200mg, based on mac-menus data. The Red Bull® Dragonberry Energizer contains 80mg per McDonald’s official listing. Sodas like Sprite® and Fanta® are caffeine-free.
Rough caffeine guide for McCafé Iced Coffee:
- Small: ~95–110mg
- Medium: ~130–145mg
- Large: ~180–200mg
Caffeine-free choices include Sprite®, Fanta® Orange, Hi-C®, Lemonade, juices, milk, and smoothies.
What are the lowest-calorie and healthiest McDonald’s drinks?
The lowest-calorie McDonald’s drinks are DASANI® Water and Diet Coke®, both at zero calories in every size. Hot Tea (10–15 Cal) and Honest Kids® Juice (35 Cal) are close behind. For coffee, order a black Iced Coffee or Americano to skip cream and sugar.
Smart low-calorie picks:
- Zero calories: Diet Coke®, DASANI® Water, black Americano
- Under 40 calories: Hot Tea, Honest Kids® Juice
- Lighter coffee: Iced Latte (80–170 Cal) vs. Frappé (420–660 Cal)
How do McDonald’s drink prices compare to competitors?
McDonald’s drink prices are generally lower than Starbucks and often competitive with Dunkin’. A McCafé large Latte at around $5.29 typically undercuts a comparable Starbucks grande latte, while McDonald’s frequent $1 soda deals beat most rivals. Chick-fil-A’s premium teas and lemonades usually cost more.
McDonald’s value comes from three things:
- Aggressive soda pricing (often $1 for any size in promotions)
- Affordable espresso drinks compared to specialty coffee chains
- App deals and MyMcDonald’s Rewards points redeemable for free drinks
Latest menu updates (checked 2026)
McDonald’s most recent beverage changes center on its expanded McCafé specialty lineup. The following items appear as “New” on McDonald’s official McCafé menu, checked in 2026:
- Red Bull® Dragonberry Energizer and Reduced Sugar version
- Sprite® Berry Blast
- Strawberry Watermelon, Mango Pineapple, and Blackberry Passion Fruit Refreshers
- Dirty Dr Pepper®
- Vanilla Swirl with Coca-Cola® and Reduced Sugar Vanilla Swirl with Diet Coke®
- Orange Dream with Hi-C® and with Fanta®
Caramel Apple Pie coffee drinks are listed as limited-time only. Availability varies by location.
Best McDonald’s drinks by need
Based on the current menu data, here are practical picks for common situations:
- Cheapest caffeine fix: Small Premium Roast Coffee ($2.39) or small Iced Coffee ($1.89)
- Best value soda: Any large soft drink during a $1 promotion
- Sweet treat: Caramel Frappé or a smoothie
- Kid-friendly: Honest Kids® Juice, milk jug, or chocolate milk ($1.89 each)
- Low sugar: Diet Coke®, Unsweetened Iced Tea, or black coffee
- Group order: Fountain sodas keep costs lowest per person
How to find your exact local McDonald’s drink price
McDonald’s prices are set by individual franchises, so nationwide figures are estimates. To confirm your local price, open the McDonald’s app, select your restaurant, and browse the menu with live pricing. The app also unlocks exclusive deals and lets you earn MyMcDonald’s Rewards points toward free drinks.
Keep in mind that delivery orders through the app or partner services usually cost more than in-store or drive-thru prices.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest drink at McDonald’s in 2026?
A small soft drink like Coca-Cola® or Dr Pepper® is usually the cheapest, starting around $1.19. Hot Tea, milk jugs, and Honest Kids® Juice ($1.89 each) are also budget-friendly.
How much is a large McCafé Latte at McDonald’s?
A large McCafé Latte costs about $5.29 based on 2026 menu-tracker data, with 250 calories. Prices vary by franchise and region.
Does McDonald’s have an energy drink?
Yes. The Red Bull® Dragonberry Energizer is new for 2026 at about $5.19, with 80mg of caffeine per McDonald’s official listing. A reduced-sugar version is also available.
Which McDonald’s drink has the most calories?
A large Mocha Frappé leads at roughly 660 calories, followed closely by the large Caramel Frappé at 650 and large Hot Chocolate at 540.
Are McDonald’s smoothies healthy?
McDonald’s smoothies are fruit-flavored but high in sugar, ranging from 140 to 340 calories. They work best as an occasional treat rather than a daily health drink.
Does McDonald’s offer non-dairy milk?
Some locations offer non-dairy alternatives like oat or almond milk for McCafé drinks. Availability varies, so check the app or ask in-store.
How much caffeine is in a large McDonald’s Iced Coffee?
A large McCafé Iced Coffee contains roughly 180–200mg of caffeine, according to mac-menus estimates, making it one of the more caffeinated drinks on the menu.
Are McDonald’s drink prices the same everywhere?
No. Franchises set their own prices, so a large soda might cost $1 in a rural area and near $1.79 in a major city, per HackTheMenu. Delivery adds further markup.
Can I earn free drinks at McDonald’s?
Yes. MyMcDonald’s Rewards members earn points on eligible app purchases that can be redeemed for free menu items, including drinks.
What zero-calorie drinks does McDonald’s sell?
Diet Coke® and DASANI® Water are zero calories in every size. A black Americano also has virtually no calories.
