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BrieflaunchAug 20, 2026

Taco Bell adds three energy drinks to nationwide beverage menu

Taco Bell is adding three energy drinks nationwide, each containing 120 milligrams of caffeine and vitamin B [1][2]. The lineup includes a Pineapple Citrus Energy Refresher and a Strawberry Tropics Energy Refresher, both priced at $4.49 for a 20-ounce drink, plus a Pineapple Citrus Energy Freeze at $3.99 [2]. The drinks join existing specialty options such as Agua Refrescas and Rockstar Energy Refrescas, which launched last year [1][2]. Other chains have made similar moves, with McDonald's introducing a Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer earlier in August and Panera launching Energy Refreshers in March [1].

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Sources

  1. nrn.com · Taco Bell, Subway, gas prices Aug 21, 2026
  2. nrn.com · Taco Bell expands beverage lineup with new energy drinks Aug 20, 2026
  3. nrn.com · Subway offers ARC Raiders fans a chance to earn new outfits for the upcoming Frozen Trail adventure Aug 20, 2026
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