Thursday, February 24, 2011

It Has Returned

It’s back.

It’s finally back.

After waiting many, many months it has returned.



The Shamrock Shake.

And yes, it warrants being capitalized.

I waited patiently for it.

Actually, wait, no, not patiently. See, McDonalds had promised that they’d have The Shamrock Shake on February 17th. My friend even went out to get us one.

Guess what?

There were no Shamrock Shakes on the 17th. In fact, McDonalds seemed confused on what my friend was even asking from them.

So we had to wait.

And wait.

I’m being dramatic. We didn’t have to wait that long.

By Monday, The Shamrock Shakes were on the menu. When I went to collect my delicious green treat, I said to the worker, “Isn’t it exciting that these are back?”

“Huh?” he blinked at me.

“The Shamrock Shakes. Isn’t it exciting that these are—” He continued to stare blankly at me. “Never mind.”

My Shamrock Shake was amazing. If you’ve never tried one, you must. Unless you don’t like minty goodness. In which case, you’re a weirdo.

I’m kidding. (Sort of.)

So, have you had a Shamrock Shake yet?

47 comments:

  1. Jules AFFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    But what is it made of?!

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  2. laugh.sing.loveFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    I have never had one, after this I'll have to try one.
    And @ The Boob Nazi, I think it's mint flavored. :)

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  3. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    I have never had a shamrock shake--but I do like minty goodness, so I may have to try one. I just stopped by from SITS to say hello. I hope you find the time do return the visit!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    I had my first one last year and need to go get my one for this year, I shouldn't but I will!

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Yum! I know a LOT of people who wait for these every year. I'm surprised the McD's dude doesn't realize that he hold the keys to a treasure!

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  6. stephanieFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    I've never had one but it's on my to do list now! I've heard SO many people raving about them lately.

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  7. Allyson & JereFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    I'm shocked that all these commentors have never had one of these delicious shakes. Bizzarro!!

    However, much as I also love these shakes, the last time I had one, I mostly had to stop on the side of the road and throw it all up. Therefore....tragically, I never get Shamrock Shakes anymore. It's a travesty really. SO, you just enjoy it for both of us. K? K!

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  8. AMYFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Mmmmmmmm Yes I need to have one! Thanks for the reminder! Love them too!

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  9. Brandy@YDKFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    i saw them on the menu yesterday but i was strong and didn't get one. yet

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  10. DianeFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I have not but I must. Soon!

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  11. JoeinVegasFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    At least it has a top, makes it harder for you to spill.

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  12. RachelFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    I've never felt the urge to try one but this years different. Prego thinks that looks very delish and will probably make her husband take her there to get one and then blame it on the baby and the baby's needs...

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  13. Kristina P.February 24, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Guess I need to make a McDonald's stop this morning!

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  14. heavenisabookstoreFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    I have never heard of it, but I find it funny that the people who work there didn't know either. Obviously clock punchers. I'll have to give it a try.

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Why have I never heard of a shamrock shake before?!? Minty goodness? Yes please!


    P.S. I love your blog. I discovered it just recently and I'm now a daily follower.

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  16. EdFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I don't do green.

    But I'll take your word for it.

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  17. KristinFilutFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Boy oh boy! Do I love me so me Shamrock Shake! Maybe McDonald's will have to make it to the after school snack list today!

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  18. JenFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Do you know that i have never had one before. Never.

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  19. Grand PoobaFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Oh my god, no way!!! I have never heard of this before, do they have this in Utah??? I must find out!

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  20. MommaKissFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    i can't even fathom putting my lips on that. it's green. can't do it.

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  21. Lisha @ DeLovely LifeFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    What is this madness? I've never heard of such a thing. I feel cheated. I must do some recon or something to see if our McDonalds has such minty deliciousness. Thanks for spreading the word.

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  22. Tina L. HookFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    I am a die hard fan of minty goodness. On. It.

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  23. Lana DFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    I have never tried one (I'm one of THOSE people who are not huge fans of minty deliciousness unless it's white chocolate peppermint fudge) but I'm not surprised the McD's dude didn't know about it/wasn't excited about it.

    I am so very happy that the Dairy Queen is once again open in my town. I live in a place where they shut down for winter. The opening of the DQ is a SURE sign that spring is on the way. Even if Mother Nature begs to differ!

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  24. BrootFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Yum. I remember loving those as a kid. I don't think they do them here in NZ though. Disappointing.

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    LOVE them! Will be heading to McD's tomorrow for minty goodness.

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  26. KLZFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    I have. My sister brought me some minty deliciousness as soon as it was put back on the menu. I've got good sister.

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  27. Furry BottomsFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I had a shamrock shake like 9 years ago. I LOVED IT. Too much. it is now forbidden for me. *cry*

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  28. Not Blessed MamaFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    although i fear for my personal safety saying this-
    what's so special about it? isn't it just a mint milkshake?
    i've obviously never had one or i would be under it's captivating spell. i guess. lol.

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  29. BethanyFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    As delicious as I'm sure that would be, I'm pretty sure my throat closing up after 5 seconds would not be so much fun. I hate that i'm allergic to peppermint!!

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  30. JuliFebruary 24, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    So the guy at work wore shorts the other day. I have always said that he is better than the groudhog at predicting spring.

    Conclusion?

    Shamrock Shakes + Sight of His Knees = NO MORE SNOW!!!

    And now I MUST have one. :)

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  31. SarahfFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    I don't think we have those in Japan. The foolish McDonald's people!

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  32. LizbethFebruary 24, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Well it's green and I'm Irish and it is getting close to the Holiest of Holy days on the Irish calender soooo, it's settled then, I have to get one.

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  33. Lady MamaFebruary 24, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    I've never tried one. It looks interesting!

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  34. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    I haven't had the Shamrock Shake, but I can relate to your excitement. I get that excited about the eggnogg shakes at Jack in the Box every Christmas. We have a tradition in my family where we all go together to get the Christmas tree and on the way home get eggnogg shakes

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  35. KimberlyFebruary 24, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Is it wrong that I want to swim in it? If it is, I don't want to be right.

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  36. Just Plain TiredFebruary 24, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Damn..... you just me feel weird, since I'm not a fan of minty drinks. Sigh, and stuff. ;)

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  37. Courtneytcu98February 24, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Sounds delicious. . . Is it as good as a Thin Mint Blizzard? That is a true test.

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  38. UnknownFebruary 24, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    I have never HEARD of that but I will definitely go ask about it!

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  39. Queenie JeannieFebruary 25, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    A mint shake??? Seriously? I guess I will have to put this under the heading, "Things I Don't Miss About The States".

    But that just leaves more for you, right?? I'm such a giver...

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  40. ch3rylFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Sounds & look so yummy-licious!!! but... the McD here don't offer it. :(

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  41. LisaDayFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    No. I am thinking they do not have them in our neck of the woods. Have one for me because I am not a weirdo.

    LIsaDay

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  42. labbie1February 25, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    All this talk of the Shamrock Shake reminds me of a bunch of Leprechauns at the end of the rainbow with their pots of gold...er...minty shake goodness! :)

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  43. AletheaFebruary 25, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I was born on St. Patrick's Day, and my mother had a Shamrock Shake on the way to the hospital; she's still very proud of the fact that she didn't get sick afterward... I'm nearly 37!

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  44. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Not a fan of mint. Guess I'm weird (sort of).

    Actually, I'm not a fan of McDonald's shakes. Everytime I order a (boring) vanilla, it tastes like little strawberries swam around in it. I like strawberries; I don't like strawberries sneaking into my vanilla when no one is looking.

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  45. EveFebruary 26, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Hmm... I've never heard of the Shamrock Shake (but I lead a pretty sheltered life of no TV, therefore no commercials - lol).
    Thanks for the recommendation - I might stop in there and try one! :D

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  46. UnknownFebruary 27, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    I saw that on the menu on Friday. What does it taste like? I should probably just go get one, right?

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  47. Amber Page WritesFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    They're back? Hooray! Guess what I'm having for lunch...

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