Golden Chick Innovates Beverage Lineup with Introduction of New Black Cherry Limeade

April 17, 2026 // Franchising.com // DALLAS — Golden Chick is bringing a fresh twist to its beverage lineup with the introduction of its new Black Cherry Limeade, a signature drink that pairs bold flavor with elevated ingredients and everyday appeal. Set to become a permanent menu item, the new beverage reflects the brand’s continued focus on quality, new flavors and guest-driven menu additions, arriving just as guests begin craving more refreshing options for the warmer spring and summer months.

Inspired by a flavor profile Texans know and love, Black Cherry Limeade builds on the familiarity of a classic cherry limeade with an elevated twist on the flavor and ingredients. The beverage is made with real fruit juice and sugar, contains no artificial sweeteners or colors, and is crafted with natural flavors. It is also an excellent source of vitamin C and zinc, giving guests a flavorful option that stands out in the quick-service restaurant category.

“Golden Chick offers the most extensive selection of beverage choices in the industry, and our new Black Cherry Limeade provides a flavor choice that’s unique and extremely delicious,” said Howard Terry, chief marketing officer of Golden Chick. “It’s rooted in a flavor tradition that feels unmistakably Texan and presents the perfect flavor to complement the taste of our chicken entrees.”

Golden Chick developed Black Cherry Limeade in partnership with Sunny Sky Products, a longtime beverage innovation partner known for creating custom-crafted drink solutions for leading foodservice brands. Building on the success of its Raspberry Lemonade, Sunny Sky reformulated the base to raise the bar on better-for-you credentials — eliminating artificial sweeteners and adding real sugar alongside real juice for a more authentic, full-bodied taste. The result is a bold yet balanced Black Cherry Limeade that layers the rich, slightly tart notes of black cherry with a bright citrus finish. Made with natural flavors, real juice, and real sugar, and free from artificial sweeteners and colors, the drink also delivers an excellent source of Vitamin C and Zinc, and carries Kosher certification. Every element of the formulation was designed to deliver a craveable, better-for-you beverage that stands out in today’s competitive LTO landscape.

“We’re proud to bring this collaboration with Golden Chick to life with a beverage that doesn’t ask guests to compromise on taste or quality,” said Isabel Atherton, vice president of marketing for Sunny Sky Products. “Black Cherry Limeade represents everything we strive for in beverage innovation — bold, distinctive flavor built on better-for-you ingredients. From the natural flavors to the real juice and real sugar, every choice we made was intentional, and we think guests are going to love it.”

The new beverage expands Golden Chick’s beverage offerings alongside the brand’s signature Raspberry Lemonade and fresh brewed teas, giving guests another distinctive option to enjoy with their favorite meals.

The addition of Black Cherry Limeade arrives as Golden Chick continues to emphasize value across the menu. The brand offers value-driven menu options and promotions at accessible price points.

From April 20 through May 3, a temporary loyalty offer provided a complimentary Black Cherry Limeade with a minimum purchase during the promotional period. The offer was automatically loaded to existing member accounts and new loyalty sign-ups during that period.

With Black Cherry Limeade joining the permanent menu, Golden Chick continues to build on its commitment to quality and innovation while staying true to the flavors and traditions that resonate with its guests.

SOURCE Golden Chick

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