The time for McDonald’s iconic minty green shake is just around the corner.

The Shamrock Shake, a creamy blend of vanilla soft-serve ice cream, mint-flavored syrup, and whipped cream, is anticipated to make its return to the McDonald’s menu soon.

While a specific release date has yet to be provided, we can share some insights about the Shamrock Shake and its past release dates.

What Date Did the Shamrock Shake Launch Last Year?

In 2024, McDonald’s brought back the Shamrock Shake and the Oreo Shamrock McFlurry on February 5.

This launch happened notably earlier compared to previous years. In 2023, the shake debuted on February 20, and in 2022, it was on February 21. In 2021, the return was on February 15.

The Shamrock Shake first appeared in 1970, and it has become a beloved seasonal treat that re-emerges each year around St. Patrick’s Day.

The Oreo Shamrock McFlurry was introduced in 2020 to celebrate the Shamrock Shake’s 50th anniversary. This delightful dessert features vanilla soft-serve ice cream blended with mint syrup and Oreo cookie pieces.

Will the Oreo Shamrock McFlurry Return This Year?

Details about this year’s Shamrock Shake have yet to be released by McDonald’s, and it is unclear whether the Oreo Shamrock McFlurry will be available again. However, since this dessert has consistently accompanied the Shake every year since its introduction in 2020, it’s likely to make a comeback.

What is the Caloric Content of a Shamrock Shake?

A medium Shamrock Shake contains 540 calories, as per McDonald’s nutritional information. In comparison, a medium vanilla shake from McDonald’s contains 570 calories, while a medium chocolate shake has 650 calories.

Regarding the Oreo Shamrock McFlurry, a standard-sized serving has 460 calories, according to McDonald’s.

(This story was updated to correct a typo.)

Greta Cross is a national trending reporter. You can follow her on X and Instagram @gretalcross.