I Tried the Strawberry Milkshake at 4 Fast-Food Chains & the Best Was Fresh & Fruity

Nothing washes down a fast-food meal like a sweet, creamy milkshake. While chocolate and vanilla are popular, strawberry offers a bright, fruity edge.

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Making a strawberry shake seems simple, but each fast-food chain has its own recipe. Some use fresh strawberries, others use strawberry sauce.

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Not all fast-food chains offer strawberry milkshakes. I tried five from four chains to find the best. Here's how they ranked, from worst to best.

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McDonald's strawberry milkshake was disappointing. It had an artificial flavor with a sugary, chemical aftertaste. It didn't match the quality of their other menu items.

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Chick-fil-A's shake looked great but had a faint strawberry flavor overshadowed by a buttery aftertaste. They use IceDream instead of real ice cream.

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Shake Shack's regular strawberry shake had a wonderful, strong flavor made with real berries. It tasted natural and wasn't overly sweet or heavy.

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Shake Shack's limited-edition Frosted Strawberry Donut Shake was amazing. It had a thick, creamy texture and bits of rainbow sprinkles, but it's only available for a limited time.

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Five Guys' strawberry shake was the best. It had fresh strawberry bits, a rich, creamy texture, and a natural, fruity flavor. A must-try for milkshake lovers.

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