I’ll Sip to That! SONIC Launches Refreshers, Expanding Its Beverage Lineup with Real Fruit and Feel-Good Hydration

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SONIC believes life’s small accomplishments deserve a reward. Enter Refreshers – a new, crave-worthy lineup of hydrating beverages made with real fruit and green tea for a naturally uplifting boost. Refreshers will be available at SONIC® locations nationwide on March 23, but SONIC® App users can score early access by placing an order through the app starting today, March 16.

Designed to deliver light, flavorful hydration, Refreshers keep the day moving. They’re the go‑to drink when guests want something cold, refreshing and easy to enjoy on the go. From morning commutes, road trips and festival stops, to a quick break between activities or an afternoon pick‑me‑up, Refreshers fit seamlessly into real life.

Crisp and featuring real fruit, Refreshers offer a simple way to stay energized and celebrate even the smallest wins. Made it to an early‑morning workout class? Answered all your emails? Caught golden hour? Refreshers are the SONIC way of saying, “you’ve earned it.”

Three Fruit-Forward Flavors, One Refreshing Platform

Meet the new, refreshing drinks that make SONIC worth the stop, delivering flavor and hydration in an on-the-go format. SONIC Refreshers are a curated lineup with no customization required. Each Refresher offers the light, feel-good taste of real fruit infused with green tea*, creating a refreshing balance of hydration, flavor and natural energy. Available in still or sparkling, guests can choose from three vibrant flavors:

• Strawberry Passion Fruit Refresher: A delicious mix of passion fruit and strawberry pieces, paired with hydrating electrolytes and a natural caffeine boost from green tea
• Mango Peach Refresher: A bright fusion of mango and peach fruit blended with hydrating electrolytes and a natural caffeine boost from green tea
• Berry Citrus Refresher: A juicy blend of wild berry and blueberry fruit with real lemon, hydrating electrolytes and a natural caffeine boost from green tea

“With Refreshers joining our drink lineup, SONIC continues to be the spot for every drink occasion, giving guests another reason to stop by, sip often and make SONIC part of their daily rhythm,” said Barbara Williams, Vice President of Culinary Innovation & Category Management at SONIC. “Our SONIC Refreshers are the perfect companion for summer travel and the fun that comes with warmer weather, providing hydration along with a natural, green tea boost.”

Refreshers start at $2.99** for a 20-ounce size at SONIC® locations nationwide and on the SONIC® App.

And for life's little moments worth celebrating? SONIC says: Sip to That!

SONIC guests can also feel good knowing their drink run gives back. SONIC donates a portion of all SONIC Drink, Slush, Blast, and Shake sales to support public education through the SONIC Limeades for Learning® initiative.*** Powered by the SONIC® Foundation, SONIC has donated more than $30 million since 2009 to fund local classrooms, making it one of the largest programs supporting public education in the U.S.

* Each Medium SONIC® Refresher contains ~45mg of caffeine, which is less than half the caffeine in a regular drip cup of coffee (80mg). Not recommended for children, pregnant or nursing women, and people with heart conditions and persons sensitive to caffeine.

**Tax not included

***SONIC donates a portion of every SONIC Drink, Slush, and Shake purchase to the SONIC Foundation, which is used to support local schools across the communities SONIC serves through partners like DonorsChoose. The SONIC Foundation is a division of the Inspire Brands Foundation. For more information about the SONIC Foundation, visit foundation.sonicdrivein.com.

FAQ

What are Refreshers?
SONIC Refreshers are a new lineup of beverages infused with real fruit and green tea for a naturally uplifting boost. Available in still or sparkling varieties, guests can choose from Strawberry Passion Fruit, Mango Peach and Berry Citrus flavors.

Are Refreshers a permanent addition to the SONIC menu?
Yes! Refreshers are a permanent addition to the SONIC menu.

When will Refreshers be available?
Refreshers are available on the SONIC App starting March 16, and available at SONIC locations nationwide on March 23.

What size are Refreshers?
Refreshers are only available in 20-ounce sizes.

How much are Refreshers?
Refreshers are available starting at $2.99.

Where can I find more information or locate a SONIC?
Visit www.sonicdrivein.com to find your nearest SONIC location or learn more about the promotion.