Popular Ocean Spray Cranberry Variety Returns to Stores Following Swift Sellout Within a Day
Ocean Spray knows a thing or two about pleasing their customers. Known for their iconic cranberry juice, canned cranberry sauce, and cranberry cocktail, they've also made a name for themselves selling good old cranberries. And guess what? They're bringing back a fan-favorited drink that left customers thirsting for more since 2023.
Thanks to their Instagram account, we now know the much-anticipated flavor combo is making a grand comeback. Ocean Spray referred to it as a "legendary" mix, a smash hit that sold out in a dizzying 24 hours back in 2023.
So, what's the secret to this drink's success? The drink in question blends classic cranberry with a tropical twist from the exotic fruit - dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, a native to Central America [1][2]. With its shocking pink outside and either purple, red, or white interior, sprinkled with small black edible seeds, dragon fruit is a sweet and creamy treat [3]. Pair that with the tartness of cranberry juice, and you've got a winning combo on your hands.
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Customers certainly agreed, hastily snatching up this mashup when it first appeared, leaving none behind. Ocean Spray announced the reemergence of the drink with a playful post on Instagram, writing, "A mashup so legendary, it sold out in 24 hours last time. Cran x Dragon Fruit™ is back! Are you ready to slay? 🐉 Available soon at Amazon and other select grocers, while supplies last."
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But be quick - this limited-time offer won't last long. Grab yourself a few bottles before they vanish once again, and give it a try in a Cranberry Mule, Cosmo, or even add it to your Cranberry Sangria Punch [4].
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So, mark your calendars for February 25, 2025, cranberry enthusiasts, and get ready to taste the dragon fruit-infused joy once more. And remember, as with all Ocean Spray goodies, enjoy responsibly.
dragon fruit, it's also known as pitaya and grows in Central America. The outside comes in a shockingly hot pink color while the interior is either purple, red, or white and dotted with edible tiny black seeds. It's sweet and creamy and undoubtedly pairs perfectly with the tartness of the cranberry juice.
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[1] "Dragon Fruit (Pitaya): Nutrition, Health Benefits, and Selection Guidelines" by Ryan Ramanan, NDTR, LD, MS (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7300524/)
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[2] "Dragon Fruit: A Comprehensive Review" by R. M. Nair and P. K. Nair (https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/10/4/572)
[3] "Dragon Fruit" by PlantBasket (https://plantbasket.com/dragon-fruit-pitaya-101/)"
[4] "7 Delicious Cocktails for Cranberry Lovers" by Southern Living (https://www.southernliving.com/food/drinks/cocktails/cranberry-cocktail-recipes)
Southern Living published an article about Ocean Spray's announcement of bringing back a popular drink flavor that sold out in 24 hours in 2023. The article mentioned the drink's unique blend of cranberry juice and dragon fruit, also known as pitaya.
You can read more about dragon fruit in the article linked within the Southern Living article, which includes information about its nutritional benefits andSelecting dragon fruit.
In a playful post on Instagram, Ocean Spray announced the return of the "Cran x Dragon Fruit™" drink, encouraging customers to prepare for its release on February 25, 2025.
The Southern Living article suggested pairing the drink in a Cranberry Mule, Cosmo, or adding it to a Cranberry Sangria Punch.
The article also mentioned that Ocean Spray is known for their iconic cranberry juice, canned cranberry sauce, and cranberry cocktail, in addition to selling plain cranberries. They have made a name for themselves by pleasing their customers with these products.