Applebee’s® Star-Spangled Sips Return for Summer Celebrations

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Applebee's is bringing back its popular Star-Spangled Sips for summer, featuring a variety of festive drinks at affordable prices. The promotion includes the $5 Blue Bahama Mama, the $7 All-American Mucho, and a new $4 Watermelon Breeze Mocktail. The Blue Bahama Mama is a cocktail with Captain Morgan, Malibu Coconut, and a special blend of fruit flavors, while the All-American Mucho is a frozen lemonade with Tito's Handmade Vodka. For non-alcoholic options, the Watermelon Breeze Mocktail combines Ocean Spray Cranberry with watermelon and lemon-lime soda. These drinks are available for a time, both for dine-in and to-go at participating locations.

Applebee's aims to provide refreshing and affordable drink options for summer celebrations, allowing guests to enjoy these beverages with friends and family without breaking the bank. More details and locations can be found on Applebee's website or mobile app.

Positive

• Applebee's offers affordable drink options with prices ranging from $4 to $7.
• The Star-Spangled Sips include both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, catering to a wider audience.
• The promotion is available for a time, creating a sense of urgency and exclusivity.
• Drinks can be enjoyed both in-restaurant and to-go, offering flexibility to customers.
• The introduction of a new mocktail shows product innovation and inclusivity for non-drinkers.

Negative

• The promotion is to participating locations, which may exclude some customers.
• Local restrictions on carry-out alcohol might limit the to-go option's availability.
• The promotion is only valid while supplies last, potentially leading to customer dissatisfaction if drinks run out.

Cool off with the $5 Blue Bahama Mama, $7 All-American Mucho, and NEW $4 Watermelon Breeze Mocktail

PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Applebee’s spirited Star-Spangled Sips are back – and better than ever! Festive, fun, and full of flavor, guests can enjoy the $5 Blue Bahama Mama and $7 All-American Mucho made with premium spirits, along with a $4 Coors Light Brewtus draft beer, and NEW $4 Watermelon Breeze Mocktail*, available for a limited time.

Applebee’s spirited Star-Spangled Sips are back – and better than ever! (Graphic: Business Wire)

Let freedom ring and cool off with the Blue Bahama Mama, a refreshing cocktail featuring Captain Morgan, Malibu Coconut, blue curacao and Applebee’s proprietary blend of passion fruit, pineapple, cherry and lime. Or cheers to the stars and stripes with the All-American Mucho, a frozen lemonade with Tito’s Handmade Vodka between delicious layers of strawberry and blue raspberry! Applebee’s Mucho Cocktails are made with premium spirits and served in a signature Mucho glass.

Plus, guests looking for “buzz-free” summer bliss, can toast with the NEW Watermelon Breeze Mocktail, featuring Ocean Spray® Cranberry combined with watermelon and Starry® lemon lime soda.

“Our Star-Spangled Sips offer a variety of refreshing beverages for everyone to enjoy,” said Nathan Grover, Executive Director, Bar & Beverage at Applebee’s. “From cocktails and Mocktails to a cold, crisp draft beer, there’s no better way to salute summer than with friends and family raising a glass together at Applebee’s - all without breaking the bank.”

For those who prefer to cheers from home, guests can enjoy Star-Spangled Sips To-Go at participating locations.**

To find your local restaurant to dine in, visit Applebees.com/restaurants. To order Applebee’s To Go or delivery, visit Applebees.com or the Applebee’s mobile app (iOS, Google)

For even more exclusive deals and specials, guests can sign up to be a part of the neighborhood. Join Applebee’s E-Club and receive a welcome offer!

* Must be 21+. Void where prohibited. Tax & gratuity excluded. Dine-in only. Participation may vary. While supplies last.

** State and/or local restrictions on carry-out alcohol may apply, including requirement of food purchase.

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About Applebee's®

As one of the world’s largest casual dining brands, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar serves as America’s kitchen table, offering guests a lively dining experience that combines simple, craveable American fare with classic drinks and local drafts. Applebee’s makes it easy for family and friends to connect with one another, whether it’s in a dining room or in the comfort of a living room, Eatin’ Good in the Neighborhood™ is a familiar and affordable escape from the everyday. Applebee's restaurants are owned and operated by entrepreneurs dedicated to more than serving great food, but also building up the communities that we call home. From raising money for local charities to hosting community fundraisers, Applebee’s is always Doin’ Good in the Neighborhood®. Applebee’s franchise operations consisted of 1,636 Applebee’s restaurants in the United States, two U.S. territories and 12 countries outside the United States as of March 31, 2024. This number does not include one domestic Applebee’s ghost kitchen (small kitchens with no store-front presence, used to fill off-premise orders) and 11 Applebee’s international ghost kitchens. Applebee's is franchised by subsidiaries of Dine Brands Global Inc. [NYSE: DIN], which is one of the world's largest full-service restaurant companies.

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FAQ

What drinks are included in Applebee's Star-Spangled Sips promotion?

The promotion includes the $5 Blue Bahama Mama, $7 All-American Mucho, $4 Coors Light Brewtus draft beer, and the new $4 Watermelon Breeze Mocktail.

How much do the Star-Spangled Sips cost at Applebee's?

Prices range from $4 to $7.

What is the new mocktail introduced by Applebee's?

The new mocktail is the $4 Watermelon Breeze Mocktail, featuring Ocean Spray Cranberry, watermelon, and Starry lemon-lime soda.

Can I order the Star-Spangled Sips for to-go?

Yes, the Star-Spangled Sips are available for to-go at participating locations.

What are the components of the All-American Mucho at Applebee's?

The All-American Mucho is a frozen lemonade with Tito's Handmade Vodka between layers of strawberry and blue raspberry.

Are there any non-alcoholic options in Applebee's Star-Spangled Sips?

Yes, the new Watermelon Breeze Mocktail is a non-alcoholic option.

Where can I find more information about Applebee's Star-Spangled Sips?

More information can be found on Applebee's website or mobile app.

Are there any restrictions on the Star-Spangled Sips promotion?

Yes, the promotion is subject to state and local restrictions on carry-out alcohol and is valid while supplies last.