PSA for Parents: The Amount of Sugar in the McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is Shocking

One of the luckiest drinks is back on the menu at McDonald’s, but you may want to think twice before slurping the brightly colored shake.

The fan favorite drink that returns near the beginning of March is loved by many because not only does it taste good, but it looks even better.

The eye-catching drink that is unlike its competition simply because of the mint green color is topped with whipped cream and served in a Frappuccino cup, a beverage that dare I say it, almost tastes as good as Starbucks.

Although, other than its good looks and the sparkling green color, the Shamrock Shake is incredibly unhealthy especially for kids, the target audience of this so called ‘lucky’ shake.

A public service announcement for all parents, here’s how much sugar the Shamrock Shake really has.

More than an entire Hershey’s bar or one soft serve vanilla ice cream cone at the golden arches, the Shamrock Shake has both sweet treats beaten by a handful.

So How Much Sugar Does the Shamrock Really Have In It?

The shamrock shake in total, has a whopping 93 grams of sugar in one cup and let me remind you that the daily sugar intake recommended is only 25 grams.

So the next time you’re in the drive thru and your kids are begging for the neon colored drink, avoid this drink at all costs because it’s simply not worth it.