By Gary Symons
TLL Editor in Chief
Dunkin’ has taken another step into the alcoholic beverage market with new Spiked Coffees and Iced Teas.
Dunkin’ previously worked with Harpoon Brewery to create a line of beers containing either actual donuts or coffee. Now, the donut chain has gone back to its caffeinated roots, announcing a line of Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffees and Iced Teas.
The line started selling into stores in late August, available initially in 12 states.
Dunkin’, previously known as Dunkin’ Donuts, was founded in 1950 and is the largest coffee and donuts brand in the United States, with more than 13,200 restaurants in nearly 40 global markets.
“We knew we had the opportunity to create something special when we saw the positive response to our previous seasonal collaborations for Dunkin’-inspired beers. The growing appetite for adult beverages inspired us to put a twist on our customers’ favorite Dunkin’ Iced Coffee, Iced Tea and Refresher flavors,” said Brian Gilbert, Vice President of Retail Business Development at Dunkin’. “Dunkin’ Spiked is perfect for day or night enjoyment and comes in eight distinct flavors, available in grocery and package stores later this month. This new line of ready-to-drink adult beverages elevates Dunkin’s offerings, and we know our 21-plus fans will love every sip.”
Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffee has an ABV of 6%, drawing inspiration from the brand’s iconic coffee flavors. Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Tea, the brand’s first venture into the hard tea category, has an ABV of 5% and offers four signature flavors.
The four Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffees varieties include:
- Dunkin’ Spiked Original Iced Coffee – Rich & satisfying with the classic Dunkin’ coffee flavor
- Dunkin’ Spiked Caramel Iced Coffee – Vibrant & smooth with sweet and delicious caramel flavor
- Dunkin’ Spiked Mocha Iced Coffee – Bold, chocolatey and approachably decadent
- Dunkin’ Spiked Vanilla Iced Coffee – Creamy, smooth and delightfully sweet
The four Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Teas varieties include:
- Dunkin’ Spiked Slightly Sweet Iced Tea – Made with black tea and refreshingly sweet with a bright citrus finish, with a twist of lemon flavor
- Dunkin’ Spiked Half & Half Iced Tea – Thirst quenching & perfectly balanced with half black tea and half lemonade
- Dunkin’ Spiked Strawberry Dragonfruit Iced Tea Refresher – Made with green tea and slightly sweet with bright and exotic fruit flavor
- Dunkin’ Spiked Mango Pineapple Iced Tea Refresher – Also made with green tea, with a tropical fruit flavor twist
Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Teas started selling in grocery and package stores starting late August, while the Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffees will debut in early September.
These beverages will be available in retailers across Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas and Vermont.
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