Overview
McDonald’s is launching a limited-time Grinch Meal in Minnesota this December. The offering targets adults and includes a main entry, a specialty fry seasoning, and a Grinch-themed gift, together with a drink and fries.
Meal components
The Grinch Meal provides a choice between a Big Mac or a 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, accompanied by a medium drink and fries. A distinctive feature is the fries, which are seasoned with a dill pickle flavor designed to echo the “Grinch Salt” concept.
Fries and seasoning
Each Grinch Meal’s fries come with a McShaker bag containing tangy dill pickle seasoning, enabling customers to shake in the pickle flavor themselves. This adds a custom, interactive twist to the standard fry experience.
Gift and presentation
In addition to the main items, the Grinch Meal includes a small Grinch-themed gift. Descriptions indicate items such as festive socks with Grinch messaging may be part of the package, highlighting a collectible angle similar to previous limited-edition offerings.
Context and reception
The Grinch Meal aligns with broader holiday-themed menu experiments at McDonald’s, pairing familiar favorites with seasonal branding. The Grinch character’s popularity in holiday media is reflected in media coverage and social media discussions around the rollout.
Author’s summary
McDonald’s Minnesota debut of The Grinch Meal combines a Big Mac or 10-piece Nuggets with dill pickle-seasoned fries and a Grinch-themed gift, rolling out December to offer a festive adult-oriented twist on a classic fast-food experience.
Summary: McDonald’s Minnesota Grinch Meal blends familiar favorites with dill pickle-seasoned fries and a Grinch-themed gift, launching in December as a limited-edition holiday offering.