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USA Today
a day ago
- Business
- USA Today
Coke and Pepsi both announced new drinks. Here's what's in them.
If you are an avid soda drinker, you will soon have more options to choose from, as two of the biggest names in the industry unveiled plans for new drinks this week. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo both announced new beverages. Coke says it will add a new soda made with real cane sugar this fall, while Pepsi is hopping on the prebiotic soda bandwagon with the launch of Pepsi Prebiotic Cola. Here is what to expect from each of the longtime beverage rivals' new offerings, and when you might be able to buy one for yourself. McDonald's: New cheeseburger option added to McValue Meal Deal Coca-Cola rolling out new drink using cane sugar Coca-Cola said in its second-quarter earnings release on July 22 that it "plans to launch an offering made with U.S. cane sugar to expand its Trademark Coca-Cola product range." The beverage giant made the announcement after President Donald Trump proclaimed on July 16 that Coca-Cola had agreed to use real cane sugar for its soda beverages sold in the U.S. Coca-Cola stopped short of switching all U.S. drinks to cane sugar, instead offering an alternative to its standard U.S. beverages, which are made with high fructose corn syrup. "I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL Cane Sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so," Trump wrote on Truth Social July 16. "I'd like to thank all of those in authority at Coca-Cola. This will be a very good move by them – You'll see. It's just better!" Coca-Cola currently uses high fructose corn syrup to sweeten its U.S. products while cane sugar is used in other countries, including Mexico, fueling a long-running debate on whether Mexican Coke is better than Coke in the U.S. 'We appreciate the President's enthusiasm for our Coca-Cola brand," James Quincey said during the earnings call. "This edition is designed to complement our strong core portfolio and offer more choice across occasions and preferences.' Trump's announcement, in part, supports Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s efforts to move U.S. food production and consumption away from ingredients such as artificial dyes. While his Make America Healthy Again agenda has deemed both sweeteners unhealthy, some scientists say sugar has some nutritional benefits over high fructose corn syrup. Pepsi joins prebiotic soda boom Pepsi says its newly announced Prebiotic Cola will be available online starting this fall and in retail stores in early 2026. The drink will be available in Original Cola and Cherry Vanilla flavors, according to a news release, and each 12-ounce can will contain five grams of cane sugar, 30 calories and three grams of prebiotic fiber. Prebiotic soda has boomed in recent years with popular brands such as Poppi, Olipop and Bloom. The soft drinks, served in bright, colorful cans, are promoted as healthy for the gut and better for consumers than traditional sodas. While dietitians agree with the latter, the drinks shouldn't be expected to cure gut health on their own. Pepsi Prebiotic Cola comes just a few months after PepsiCo announced the acquisition of Poppi for $1.95 billion and Coca-Cola announced Simply Pop, its own line of prebiotic soft drinks. Prebiotics are plant fibers that serve as food for the body's microbiome – the body's good bacteria, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Most prebiotic sodas contain between two to nine grams of prebiotic fiber per can, while the recommended daily value for fiber is 25 to 38 grams per day, the Cleveland Clinic states. 'Always looking for opportunities' When asked about Coca-Cola's new cane sugar drink and Pepsi's prebiotic beverage on the July 22 earnings call, Quincey noted how the industry is "always looking for opportunities to innovate," even if those innovations don't always pan out. "I don't think just us, but I think the industry, given its size, its attractiveness and its growth potential, we're always looking for opportunities to innovate and see where there's an intersection of new ideas and where consumer preferences are evolving toward remembering that actually most innovations don't work in the long run," Quincey said on the Coca-Cola earnings call. "But it's a good sign that the industry, including ourselves, are trying lots of different things," Quincey said. Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@ Mike Snider is a national trending news reporter for USA TODAY. You can follow him on Threads, Bluesky, X and email him at mikegsnider & @ & @mikesnider & msnider@ Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
McDonald's Makes Major Menu Change
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A brand new McDonald's burger has stormed "up to the big leagues" and will now be part of the McValue Meal Deal menu from Tuesday. The "Daily Double" burger first featured in a trial hosted by select restaurants before it was rolled out nationally last month. But even more diners look set to try the fast food chain's latest dish, because it is now available as part of a more cost-effective meal deal bundle. Newsweek has reached out to McDonald's by email seeking further information and comment. A McDonald's restaurant pictured in July 2024 in Burbank, California. A McDonald's restaurant pictured in July 2024 in Burbank, Context McDonald's has more than 36,000 restaurants operating in more than 100 countries. The McDonald's website says it "proudly serves 63 million customers every day around the globe." Founded in California in 1940 by the McDonald brothers, the restaurant moved toward a franchise business model and by 2024 the company boasted some 13,557 restaurants across the U.S., according to number-crunching website Statista. What To Know The Daily Double features "two 100% beef patties, seasoned to perfection, and topped with melty American cheese, shredded lettuce, slivered onions, mayo and two juicy slices of tomato," McDonald's says. The burger performed well after it was trialed at various restaurants across the country, in Chicago, Miami, and Seattle, and was subsequently added to menus throughout the U.S. on June 26. From Tuesday, July 22, the Daily Double will be available a new entree option on the popular McValue Meal Deal bundle, which includes an entree plus a 4-piece Chicken McNuggets, small fries and a small soft drink. It will cost around $6 or $7 depending on the store. What People Are Saying A press release published by McDonald's about the new burger said: "The Daily Double is moving up to the big leagues. Already a hit in local markets like Chicago, Miami, and Seattle, this fan-favorite burger is officially joining our national menu 'roster'- available at participating McDonald's restaurants across the U.S. through the end of 2025... "Starting July 22, the Daily Double will also be a new entree option in our popular McValue Meal Deal bundle, priced at $6 or $7 depending on your local restaurant... "McValue is all about flexibility and giving you even more ways to save on the food you love. So whether you keep it classic with a McChicken or McDouble Meal Deal, or decide to dial up your order with the Daily getting more, for less." Other deals will also be available, the company added, concluding their statement by saying: "Because as the summer heats are the savings at McDonald's." What Happens Next Customers who want to try the Daily Double should check their local restaurants to confirm the burger is available at their particular location.
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
McDonald's to add new sandwich to its ultra-cheap menu
While as most fast-food chains it has been offering different meal deals and bundles for decades, McDonald's launched the latest iteration of the value menu in January 2025 - the McValue Meal Deal is marketed specifically to budget-conscious customers by letting them pair a sandwich with small fries, chicken McNuggets and a soft drink for $5. The "buy one, add one for $1" addition also allows customers to tack on a breakfast item like a Sausage Biscuit or a Sausage Burrito for an additional dollar. In the summer of 2024, McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski acknowledged that the chain had "an opportunity to improve [its] value execution" amid customer complaints that it was becoming increasingly unaffordable for many low-income visitors. "We are working to fix that with pace," Kempczinski said at an earnings call while adding that "it's clear that our value leadership gap has recently shrunk." Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter While it formerly included only the McChicken and McDouble sandwiches, the McValue Meal Deal as of July 22 now also lets customers craft a menu around the Daily Double cheeseburger for either $6 or $7 depending on the market. While similar in that both sandwiches have two beef patties, the Daily Double comes with shredded lettuce, tomato, and onions rather than simply pickles, ketchup and mustard. "With the Meal Deal, you get to enjoy it alongside a four piece Chicken McNuggets, small fries and your choice of a small, icy and refreshing soft drink - starting at $6," the chain wrote in promoting the new menu. Related: Taco Bell to add three popular desserts to permanent menu The third sandwich had already been rolled out on the value menu in select markets in Chicago, Miami, and Seattle but is now going nationwide until at least the end of 2025 - a decision that, according to the chain, is a move meant to further reach those looking for cheaper options. "At the end of the day, we expect customers will continue to feel the pinch of the economy and a higher cost of living for at least the next several quarters in this very competitive landscape," McDonald's U.S. President Joe Erlinger said in a statement. "So we believe it is critical for us to consider these factors in order to grow market share, and return to sustainable guest count-led growth for the brand." More Food News: McDonald's menu finally brings back most-wanted fan favoritePopular fast-food burger chain to open first store in new marketWalmart makes deal to open popular food chain in stores The customer call-outs regarding the rise of its food prices - fueled in large part by the rising cost of beef and overall inflation - has upped pressure on McDonald's in different parts of the world. In Australia, the chain has responded by locking in the prices of items included in its equivalent Loose Change Menu at $7 ($4.55 USD) and $4 Australian dollars ($2.60 USD). At the same time, the chain continues to see sustained success in the country due to a stream of customers who are redirecting their traffic from other restaurants due to rising expense; at the start of July, the chain announced plans to open between 30 and 50 new locations across Australia by the end of 2026. Related: McDonald's brings back popular menu item after nine years The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
McDonald's adds new cheeseburger option to its McValue Meal Deal
McDonald's new Daily Double cheeseburger is now part of the chain's popular McValue Meal Deal options. The fast-food giant added the Daily Double to its menu in late June. The sandwich, made with two beef patties, a slice of American cheese plus shredded lettuce, slivered onions, mayo and two tomato slices had previously only been available in limited markets including Chicago, Miami, and Seattle. McDonald's says the sandwich will be on the menu nationwide through 2025. Starting Tuesday, July 22, you can make the Daily Double the centerpiece of a McValue Meal Deal ($6 or $7; pricing depends on your restaurant) with a 4-piece order of Chicken McNuggets, small fries and small soft drink. Coca-Cola: Is the soft drink's US recipe changing? What we know so far If double cheeseburgers are your fave, McDonald's also has the traditional double cheeseburger, Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese and Double Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese, and the McDouble, which has pickles, diced onions, ketchup and mustard – no lettuce, tomato or mayo – and can be ordered as a Bacon McDouble, too. McDonald's McValue Meal Deal options now include Daily Double Beginning July 22, you can get the Daily Double cheeseburger as part of a McValue Meal Deal (priced at $6 or $7, depending on your market). In addition to the Daily Double, the meal comes with a four-piece order of Chicken McNuggets, small order of french fries, and small drink. McValue Meal Deals will remain on the menu at McDonald's at least until the end of 2025, McDonald's says. Also among the McValue Meal options is the $5 Meal Deal, which includes: Other options on the McValue menu include the Buy One, Add One for $1 deal, where you select one full-priced menu item from the options below and pay $1 to purchase another item: Breakfast: Lunch and Dinner: McDonald's snack wrap returns Of course, the other big news recently at McDonald's has been the July 10 return of the Snack Wrap. The menu item, which was phased out nationally in 2016, has been brought back and is served as one McDonald's new McCrispy Strips, topped with shredded lettuce and shredded cheese and wrapped in a soft flour tortilla. McDonald's Snack Wrap: Beloved menu item is back, and we tried it: Here's our review The Snack Wrap, which comes in either the "Spicy" or "Ranch" flavor, can be ordered á la carte ($2.99) or as a combo meal ($8.99), which includes two Snack Wraps, a medium order of french fries and a drink of choice. Contributing: Amaris Encinas and Gabe Hauari Mike Snider is a national trending news reporter for USA TODAY. You can follow him on Threads, Bluesky, X and email him at mikegsnider & @ & @mikesnider & msnider@ What's everyone talking about? Sign up for our trending newsletter to get the latest news of the day
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
McDonald's Appears to Answer Wendy's With Return of Popular Value Item
McDonald's has 13,637 locations across the United States, so it is a popular fast food chain nationwide. With the current economic situation getting more difficult, fast food restaurants have been unveiling cost-friendly items. McDonald's has been active in that front lately, and they just announced another new menu item: The Daily Double burger. This item was released in 2012 but disappeared, and now it is coming back, according to the McDonald's official website. "Already a hit in local markets like Chicago, Miami, and Seattle, this fan-favorite burger is officially joining our national menu 'roster'- available at participating McDonald's restaurants across the U.S. through the end of 2025. It's made with two 100% beef patties, seasoned to perfection, and topped with melty American cheese, shredded lettuce, slivered onions, mayo and two juicy slices of tomato." This could be a response to Wendy's releasing the Dave's Double, including two patties, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, ketchup, mayo and onion on a toasted bun. It also could be another way for McDonald's to improve their value menu. However, McDonald's is going one step further with the new burger. As of July 22, it will be part of the McValue Meal Deal bundle, which includes a four-piece chicken McNuggets, small fries and a small drink for $5. So, the fast food rivalry continues with McDonald's aiming to save customers some cash while also filling their Appears to Answer Wendy's With Return of Popular Value Item first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 1, 2025
