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Indianapolis Star
2 days ago
- Health
- Indianapolis Star
Taco Bell has 6 new beverages. What are Refrescas?
If you've gone to a Taco Bell recently, you may have noticed more beverage options to choose from on the menu. The company announced on June 26 it was introducing new beverages called Refrescas to menus nationwide. According to the chain, the drinks are crafted to "quench every kind of craving – whether you're seeking a refreshing sip, an energizing boost or a frozen escape." The six drinks include three refreshers, two energy drinks and a cooling freeze. According to Taco Bell, the three Agua Refrescas join menus permanently after initially being tested in Southern California in 2024, with a positive response. Here's what to know about the new Taco Bell beverages. Taco Bell's full lineup of Refrescas includes: The Agua Refrescas cost $3.99 for a 20-ounce drink while the Rockstar Energy Refrescas cost $4.49 for a 20-ounce beverage. The Refrescas Freezes are available in a 16-ounce or 20-ounce option and cost $3.79 and $3.99, respectively. Taco Bell is seemingly going after younger consumers searching for fresh beverage options. 'We're seeing today that people, especially younger consumers, are reaching for refreshing drinks as part of their lifestyle, whether it's for energy or a sweet treat throughout the day,' said Liz Matthews, Taco Bell's Global Chief Food Innovation Officer, in the June 26 news release. 'So, we're making big investments to become the ultimate beverage stop where our fans can expect to see the same bold, unexpected creativity in their cups as they do on their plates.' Taco Bell Refrescas do contain caffeine ranging from 52 mg to 200 mg. Healthy adults can generally consume up to 400 mg of caffeine per day without negative affects, according to the FDA. However, the FDA warns about heavy consumption of caffeine among children. "Too much caffeine in children and teens can cause increased heart rate, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, anxiety, and lead to sleep problems, digestive problems and dehydration," the FDA says. In addition to the new beverages, Taco Bell also announced last month that Crispy Chicken Tacos and Burritos will be available at locations nationwide for a limited time. Both items feature a Crispy Chicken Strip inside and are available with new Spicy Ranchero and Avocado Ranch sauces. For $2.79, the Crispy Chicken Tacos layers its new crispy strip with purple cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo and shredded cheddar cheese. Meanwhile, the Crispy Chicken Burrito includes two strips, purple cabbage, crisp lettuce, pico de gallo and cheddar cheese for $5.49. The chain is also offering two Crispy Chicken Strips for the price of $3.99, not to be confused with its Crispy Chicken Nuggets, which debuted last December and returned in April. Contributing: Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY
USA Today
2 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Taco Bell has 6 new beverages. What are Refrescas?
If you've gone to a Taco Bell recently, you may have noticed more beverage options to choose from on the menu. The company announced on June 26 it was introducing new beverages called Refrescas to menus nationwide. According to the chain, the drinks are crafted to "quench every kind of craving – whether you're seeking a refreshing sip, an energizing boost or a frozen escape." The six drinks include three refreshers, two energy drinks and a cooling freeze. According to Taco Bell, the three Agua Refrescas join menus permanently after initially being tested in Southern California in 2024, with a positive response. Here's what to know about the new Taco Bell beverages. What are Taco Bell's Refrescas? List of new beverages Taco Bell's full lineup of Refrescas includes: How much are Taco Bell Refrescas? The Agua Refrescas cost $3.99 for a 20-ounce drink while the Rockstar Energy Refrescas cost $4.49 for a 20-ounce beverage. The Refrescas Freezes are available in a 16-ounce or 20-ounce option and cost $3.79 and $3.99, respectively. Why is Taco Bell adding Refrescas to the menu? Taco Bell is seemingly going after younger consumers searching for fresh beverage options. 'We're seeing today that people, especially younger consumers, are reaching for refreshing drinks as part of their lifestyle, whether it's for energy or a sweet treat throughout the day,' said Liz Matthews, Taco Bell's Global Chief Food Innovation Officer, in the June 26 news release. 'So, we're making big investments to become the ultimate beverage stop where our fans can expect to see the same bold, unexpected creativity in their cups as they do on their plates.' Taco Bell Refrescas do contain caffeine ranging from 52 mg to 200 mg. Healthy adults can generally consume up to 400 mg of caffeine per day without negative affects, according to the FDA. However, the FDA warns about heavy consumption of caffeine among children. "Too much caffeine in children and teens can cause increased heart rate, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, anxiety, and lead to sleep problems, digestive problems and dehydration," the FDA says. Taco Bell also debuts Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips In addition to the new beverages, Taco Bell also announced last month that Crispy Chicken Tacos and Burritos will be available at locations nationwide for a limited time. Both items feature a Crispy Chicken Strip inside and are available with new Spicy Ranchero and Avocado Ranch sauces. For $2.79, the Crispy Chicken Tacos layers its new crispy strip with purple cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo and shredded cheddar cheese. Meanwhile, the Crispy Chicken Burrito includes two strips, purple cabbage, crisp lettuce, pico de gallo and cheddar cheese for $5.49. The chain is also offering two Crispy Chicken Strips for the price of $3.99, not to be confused with its Crispy Chicken Nuggets, which debuted last December and returned in April. Contributing: Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Taco Bell debuts Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips: See availability
Taco Bell's Chicken Nuggets were just the beginning as the Mexican-inspired fast food chain's crispy chicken era is here to stay with the debut of new items. Starting June 17, Crispy Chicken Tacos and Burritos will be available at locations nationwide for a limited time, the chain announced Thursday, June 12. Both items feature a Crispy Chicken Strip inside and are available with new Spicy Ranchero and Avocado Ranch sauces. "Taco Bell's obsession with its crispy chicken recipe runs so deep, one perfect spokesperson couldn't be crowned," the company wrote in a news release. "The next move was obvious: take the craveable, tortilla-coated crunch fans loved and pack it into the formats that made Taco Bell famous — Tacos and Burritos." For $2.79, the Crispy Chicken Tacos layers its new crispy strip with purple cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo and shredded cheddar cheese. Meanwhile, the Crispy Chicken Burrito includes two strips, purple cabbage, crisp lettuce, pico de gallo and cheddar cheese for $5.49. The chain is also offering two Crispy Chicken Strips for the price of $3.99, not to be confused with its Crispy Chicken Nuggets, which debuted last December and returned in April. Taco Bell's new Spicy Ranchero Sauce fuses Anaheim and jalapeño chiles with tomatoes, garlic, and onion. The chain described its creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce as a "zesty ranch with a hint of avocado." Both sauces are priced at 60 cents when purchased on their own, or just 30 cents when added to any menu item, according to Taco Bell. The addition of the Crispy Chicken Tacos and Burritos to Taco Bell's menu comes as various chains compete in what appears to be a fast food chicken wrap battle. McDonald's is permanently bringing back its fan-favorite Snack Wrap on Thursday, July 10, nationwide, the company confirmed to USA TODAY on June 3. Popeyes, however, announced on June 2 that it will be adding Chicken Wraps to its menu for a limited time. Popeyes appeared to throw shade at McDonald's on May 30, responding to an April 15 McDonald's X post hinting at the Snack Wrap's comeback. McDonald's post from April 15 read: "snack wraps 0x.14.2025," hinting that the menu item would return on the 14th day of an unidentified month in 2025. "Chicken wraps 0x.02.2025," Popeyes wrote on May 30. Contributing: Gabe Hauari This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Taco Bell debuts Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips
New York Post
18-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Taco Bell cranks up fast-food chicken wars with crispy strips, tacos and burritos — but only for a limited time
Taco Bell's chicken nuggets were just the beginning. The fast-food chain has introduced Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips to its menus for a limited time. 5 The new menu items will feature the same signature tortilla-coated crunch used on Taco Bell's nuggets. Taco Bell 5 Taco Bell's Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips will be available for a limited time. Taco Bell The new menu items will feature the company's signature tortilla-coated crunch used on the Crispy Chicken Nuggets, but this time with a bigger bite as a Crispy Chicken Strip. 'Crispy chicken is having a moment, but our fans made it a movement,' Taylor Montgomery, Chief Marketing Officer at Taco Bell, said in a statement as the battle for fast-food chicken supremacy continues. 5 'Crispy chicken is having a moment, but our fans made it a movement,' Taylor Montgomery, chief marketing officer at Taco Bell, said in a statement. Taco Bell 5 Check out the evolution of Taco Bell's crispy chicken from a tortilla chip to a nugget, strip, taco and burrito. Taco Bell 'So, we decided to bring our sell-out Nuggets recipe to the formats that defined our brand because true innovation means elevating the icons, not replacing them.' Crispy Chicken Tacos will feature the new chicken strip with purple cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo and shredded cheddar cheese for $2.79. The Crispy Chicken Burrito includes two strips, purple cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo and cheddar cheese for $5.49. Chicken tacos and burritos will also come with a choice of two new sauces: Spicy Ranchero Sauce or Avocado Ranch Sauce. Taco Bell is also offering an order of two Crispy Chicken Strips on their own for those who don't want the whole package for $3.99. The addition of Chicken Crispy Strips to Taco Bell's menu comes as an apparent fast-food 'wrap' battle is ensuing with chicken strips elsewhere. After years of begging and waiting, McDonald's confirmed that the Snack Wrap will return to restaurants nationwide permanently beginning July 10. 5 The items will be available on menus for a limited time only. M. Suhail – The Snack Wrap will feature one of McDonald's new McCrispy Strips, topped with crisp shredded lettuce and shredded cheese, all wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. Popeyes also announced the addition of Chicken Wraps to its menu earlier this month.
USA Today
13-06-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Taco Bell debuts Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips: See availability
Taco Bell debuts Crispy Chicken Tacos, Burritos and Strips: See availability Show Caption Hide Caption AI at Taco Bell: Speeding up orders, accuracy Yum Brands announced that hundreds of Taco Bell locations in the U.S. will begin using artificial intelligence at its drive thru locations. Cheddar Taco Bell's Chicken Nuggets were just the beginning as the Mexican-inspired fast food chain's crispy chicken era is here to stay with the debut of new items. Starting June 17, Crispy Chicken Tacos and Burritos will be available at locations nationwide for a limited time, the chain announced Thursday, June 12. Both items feature a Crispy Chicken Strip inside and are available with new Spicy Ranchero and Avocado Ranch sauces. "Taco Bell's obsession with its crispy chicken recipe runs so deep, one perfect spokesperson couldn't be crowned," the company wrote in a news release. "The next move was obvious: take the craveable, tortilla-coated crunch fans loved and pack it into the formats that made Taco Bell famous — Tacos and Burritos." For $2.79, the Crispy Chicken Tacos layers its new crispy strip with purple cabbage, lettuce, pico de gallo and shredded cheddar cheese. Meanwhile, the Crispy Chicken Burrito includes two strips, purple cabbage, crisp lettuce, pico de gallo and cheddar cheese for $5.49. The chain is also offering two Crispy Chicken Strips for the price of $3.99, not to be confused with its Crispy Chicken Nuggets, which debuted last December and returned in April. What are the Spicy Ranchero and Avocado Ranch sauces? Taco Bell's new Spicy Ranchero Sauce fuses Anaheim and jalapeño chiles with tomatoes, garlic, and onion. The chain described its creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce as a "zesty ranch with a hint of avocado." Both sauces are priced at 60 cents when purchased on their own, or just 30 cents when added to any menu item, according to Taco Bell. Taco Bell joins 2025 chicken wrap battle The addition of the Crispy Chicken Tacos and Burritos to Taco Bell's menu comes as various chains compete in what appears to be a fast food chicken wrap battle. McDonald's is permanently bringing back its fan-favorite Snack Wrap on Thursday, July 10, nationwide, the company confirmed to USA TODAY on June 3. Popeyes, however, announced on June 2 that it will be adding Chicken Wraps to its menu for a limited time. Popeyes appeared to throw shade at McDonald's on May 30, responding to an April 15 McDonald's X post hinting at the Snack Wrap's comeback. McDonald's post from April 15 read: "snack wraps 0x.14.2025," hinting that the menu item would return on the 14th day of an unidentified month in 2025. "Chicken wraps 0x.02.2025," Popeyes wrote on May 30. Contributing: Gabe Hauari
