McDonald's is bringing Red Bull to the menu, marking its first-ever energy drink

CHICAGO — McDonald's is launching an energy drink for the first time.

The fast food chain is adding the Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer to menus at participating restaurants starting Aug. 17.

The new drink blends Red Bull's original flavor with blue raspberry syrup and freeze-dried dragonfruit. Customers who want a reduced-sugar version can substitute Red Bull Zero as the base.

McDonald's is also now selling 8.4-ounce cans of Red Bull on its own at participating locations.

"We've seen growing enthusiasm for our crafted sodas and refreshers as fans look for more variety and options to fit every occasion," Alyssa Buetikofer, chief marketing and customer experience officer for McDonald's USA, said in a statement. "They lo...