In the fast food world, Chick-fil-A isn’t usually recognized for shaking things up. The chain has earned its reputation for crafting a dependable chicken sandwich, but when it comes to menu innovation, it lags behind competitors who frequently introduce new items—often aligned with the seasons or even more often.
That said, Chick-fil-A recently unveiled its fifth limited-edition drink flavor in the last seven years: the Cherry Berry lineup. This seasonal collection aims to capture the essence of spring with four berry-inspired drinks — Cherry Berry Sunjoy, Cherry Berry Lemonade, Cherry Berry Iced Tea, and Cherry Berry Frosted Lemonade.
While each beverage is designed to deliver a “sweet and refreshing” taste perfect for the season, only a few manage to hit that mark without feeling overdone. Here’s a breakdown of how each Cherry Berry drink stacks up.
Cherry Berry Frosted Lemonade
Out of all four drinks, the Cherry Berry Frosted Lemonade left the most mixed impression. The drink struggles with an identity crisis — it can’t decide whether it wants to be a creamy milkshake or a classic frozen lemonade.
When I think of lemonade, I expect a crisp, tart punch balanced with a hint of sweetness, but this drink leans much heavier on the sugary side, more like a dessert than a refresher. Chick-fil-A describes it as a blend of lemonade, their signature Icedream soft serve, and cherry, blueberry, and cranberry flavors.
However, this combination doesn’t quite hit the right note. Despite its bright pink appearance, which hints at strawberry, the flavor leans heavily toward cherry, with barely any trace of blueberry. With warmer weather approaching, I doubt this would be my go-to, especially at $5.59, which makes it even less tempting for a repeat order.
Cherry Berry Iced Tea
This drink is built on Chick-fil-A’s classic iced tea base, enhanced with the same trio of berry flavors. The Cherry Berry Iced Tea is sweet but avoids feeling overly syrupy, which is a plus — though the berry notes are so subtle they barely stand out.
Even though I’m not a devoted sweet tea drinker, this drink gives off those laid-back porch-sitting, warm-breeze kind of vibes. The downside is that the berry flavors blend into a general sweetness rather than delivering distinct fruit notes.
Ultimately, the reason this one doesn’t rank higher is simple: I prefer bright, tart flavors over muted sweetness. But if mellow and lightly fruity is your thing, the $2.79 price tag makes this an easy pick.
Cherry Berry Sunjoy
You’d expect the Cherry Berry Sunjoy to take the top spot — it’s a blend of Chick-fil-A’s beloved lemonade and sweet tea, plus the berry trio. But while the drink is enjoyable and definitely refreshing, it ends up in second place.
The tartness of the lemonade slightly overpowers the berry infusion, throwing off what could have been a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Still, the Cherry Berry Sunjoy is undeniably pleasant and absolutely worth the $3.19 if you’re hunting for a fruity springtime drink.
Landing second place doesn’t mean it’s a letdown — this drink fully understands the assignment and is a strong contender for anyone seeking something light and refreshing.
Cherry Berry Lemonade
The Cherry Berry Lemonade is a flavor bomb of tartness — and that’s exactly why I like it. One sip is enough to make your lips pucker, and the sour zing lingers on your taste buds, keeping you coming back for more.
This lemonade carries the same cherry, blueberry, and cranberry combo as the others, but the sharpness of Chick-fil-A’s signature lemonade takes center stage. If you’re into the aesthetics of your drink, the soft pink hue of this lemonade is the most eye-catching of the bunch, radiating spring vibes in a way the others don’t quite match. At $3.19, it’s a small price for a big burst of flavor.
I can count the times I’ve actually visited Chick-fil-A on one hand. Funny enough, the first time I ever craved it was on a Sunday — the one day the chain is closed, which felt like a cosmic hint that it wasn’t meant to be. But, credit where credit is due: the Cherry Berry Lemonade is undeniably delicious and worth a try.
