Chick-fil-A has just leveled up its dessert game in a big way! As of January 5, 2026, the beloved fast-food chain officially added Frosted Sodas and Floats to its permanent menu nationwide. What was once a beloved “secret menu” hack—mixing their signature Icedream soft serve with fountain drinks—is now an official, everyday treat available at every location.
This move comes as part of Chick-fil-A’s year-long celebration of its 80th anniversary, dubbed “newstalgia”—a perfect blend of fresh innovations and nostalgic vibes. Fans have been buzzing about these creamy, fizzy creations for years, and now they’re here to stay alongside classics like Frosted Lemonade and Frosted Coffee.
Let’s break it down:
- Frosted Sodas are a hand-spun blend of Chick-fil-A’s creamy vanilla Icedream dessert mixed directly with your choice of fountain beverage. Think of it as a thicker, more indulgent version of a slushie or a lighter milkshake with that signature soda fizz and flavor infused throughout. It’s smooth, refreshing, and dangerously easy to drink.
- Floats, on the other hand, go the traditional route: a scoop (or swirl) of Icedream topped with your selected fountain drink poured over it. This creates that classic foamy, fizzy head and layers of ice cream floating in soda—perfect for sipping with a straw or scooping with a spoon as the Icedream slowly melts into the drink.
Both treats let you customize with a wide range of fountain options, including:
- Coca-Cola (and Diet Coke, Coke Zero Sugar)
- Dr Pepper (and Diet)
- Sprite
- Barq’s Root Beer
- Fanta (often highlighted in orange or cherry varieties)
- Hi-C
- Powerade
Fans have already shared rave reviews online, with many calling combos like Cherry Coke Frosted Soda or Dr Pepper Float “the greatest things to ever grace my tastebuds.” Root Beer versions get special love for that classic soda-shop nostalgia.
(Imagine a tall, frothy Frosted Root Beer Soda with creamy swirls and bubbles rising—pure retro bliss!)
Chick-fil-A’s “newstalgia” campaign promises more surprises throughout 2026, including retro collectible cups (some golden ones even win free food for a year!).
