Introduction to the Grinch Meal
We know the Grinch has dinner with himself at 6:30 (he “can’t cancel that again!”), but now we know what he’ll be having.
McDonald’s is putting a mischievous spin on the holiday season by introducing its new Grinch Meal featuring Dr. Seuss’s holiday-hating character.
The Collaboration and Menu Item
A collaboration between the fast food chain and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, the meal allows Mount Crumpit’s resident grump to introduce his Dill Pickle “Grinch Salt” McShaker Fries, the company announced in a press release.
The special fries, available for the first time in the U.S., bring back the McShaker bag, a long-lost McDonald’s menu item.
Customers use the McShaker bag to sprinkle dill pickle seasoning all over their fries. The fries are paired with a choice of a Big Mac or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets and a medium drink.
The Grinch’s Surprise Gift
The normally not-nice Grinch is also sneaking a surprise gift into every meal: a pair of “spirited socks” that feature a hand-scribbled message from the Grinch telling everyone how he feels about holiday season.
McDonald’s Grinch socks. (McDonald’s)
The socks come in “four unhinged colors” and can be used as an makeshift Christmas stocking, as the Grinch himself can attest.
The Grinch’s Statement
“THiS iS MY MEAL AND i DiDN’T PARTNER WiTH McDONALD’S OUT OF THE GOODNESS OF MY HEART,” the Grinch said in McDonald’s release. “i SAW AN OPPORTUNiTY TO BRiNG MiSCHiEF TO YOUR BELOVED ‘RESTAURANT’ WiTH MY DELiCiOUS CHAOS FOR THE HOLiDAYS AND i TOOK iT. SO GO AHEAD, GRAB MY MEAL STARTING DEC. 2 — YOU’RE WELCOME FOR MAKiNG YOUR HOLiDAYS iNFiNiTELY MORE iNTERESTiNG.”
The Grinch and his McShaker Fries. (McDonald’s)
History of McShaker Fries
McDonald’s previously offered a McShaker bag and a choice of seasonings with Shake Shake Fries, which were taken off U.S. menus sometime in the ‘90s.
“McShaker Fries have been a favorite on international menus for years, such as Sour Cream & Black Pepper McShaker Fries in Poland or Masala McShaker Fries in Canada,” a McDonald’s representative tells TODAY.com. “This is the first time in recent years that they will be available nationally in the U.S. market. “
Availability of the Grinch Meal
The Grinch Meal will be available for a limited time beginning Tuesday, Dec. 2 at participating restaurants, while supplies last.
The new meal is in line with the trendy zeal for all things pickled-flavored in the fast-food world, including Popeye’s pickle glaze sandwich and fried pickles, available for a limited time earlier this year, and Jimmy John’s new Picklewich, which was introduced in 2024 and uses a dill pickle in place of bread.
Conclusion
The Grinch Meal is a unique and exciting offering from McDonald’s, featuring a beloved character and a nostalgic menu item. With its limited-time availability, fans of the Grinch and pickle-flavored foods won’t want to miss out on this opportunity.
FAQs
Q: What is the Grinch Meal?
A: The Grinch Meal is a limited-time menu item from McDonald’s, featuring Dill Pickle "Grinch Salt" McShaker Fries, a Big Mac or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, and a medium drink.
Q: What is the McShaker bag?
A: The McShaker bag is a long-lost McDonald’s menu item that allows customers to sprinkle seasoning over their fries.
Q: When is the Grinch Meal available?
A: The Grinch Meal will be available for a limited time beginning Tuesday, Dec. 2 at participating restaurants, while supplies last.
Q: What is the Grinch’s surprise gift?
A: The Grinch’s surprise gift is a pair of "spirited socks" that feature a hand-scribbled message from the Grinch telling everyone how he feels about holiday season.
