Popular milkshake set to return to McDonald’s menus in days after being axed earlier this year

MCDONALD'S is bringing back a popular milkshake after it was axed earlier this year.

The home of the Golden Arches is giving customers another chance to get their hands on the viral menu item.

Maccies has revealed the smash-hit Grimace Shake will return to its 1,450 stores this winter.

The milkshake - which is inspired by the chain's purple mascot - landed in UK restaurants for the first time in August.

It was already a fan favourite in the States and went viral when it was launched across the pond.

The sweet treat is purple and features a blueberry-flavoured syrup blended with a creamy milkshake base.

When it landed in stores over the summer it was only available to try for one week.

This time, the creamy delight will return to menus from December 11 and be available for two weeks.

A medium Grimace shake will set you back £2.69 or £2.99 if you want to upgrade to a large.

This is compared to £1.99 for a regular medium shake at McDonald's or £2.19 for a large.

And it is worth bearing in mind that prices at McDonald's can vary depending on what location you are dining at.

McDonald's has treated fans to a number of new menu items over the past few months.

Earlier this month it launched a new Chilli Double Cheeseburger, which landed on its saver menu for £2.49.

It features two 100% British and Irish beef patties, two slices of cheese, onions, jalapenos, pickles and spicy relish in a toasted bun.

Meanwhile, McDonald's also launched its brand new Christmas menu, which featured a never-before-seen Terry's Chocolate Orange Pie.

You can check out the full festive menu, which is available in stores now, below:

• Big Tasty meal - £7.59
• Big Tasty (with bacon) meal - £8.39
• Cheesy McCrispy meal - £7.79
• Cheese Melt Dippers with Rich Tomato Dip - £2.49
• Sharing Cheese Melt Dippers with Rich Tomato Dip - £6.79
• Terry's Chocolate Orange McFlurry - £2.19
• Terry's Chocolate Orange Mini McFlurry - £1.59
• Galaxy Caramel McFlurry - £2.19
• Galaxy Caramel Mini McFlurry - £1.59
• Terry's Chocolate Orange Pie - £1.99
• Galaxy Caramel Latte - £2.69
• Galaxy Caramel Hot Chocolate - £2.69

How to save money at McDonald's

Did you know that you can end up being charged more based on which branch of McDonald’s you choose to eat at? 

There can be up to a 30p price difference in a Big Mac meal at restaurants which are just two miles away from each other, The Sun previously found.

Another way to cut back spending at McDonald’s is by ordering from the Savers menu or by taking advantage of its ‘3 for £3’ deal when it lands in stores. 

It is also worth bearing in mind that McDonald's offers a discount on your next order if you fill out a survey online after visiting its stores. 

These can be found on the back of any receipt you get at McDonald’s.

How do I find my nearest McDonald's?

If you're planning on taking a trip to McDonald's, you'll want to know where your nearest branch is.

The chain has a restaurant locator tool on its website you can use to find your nearest one - and check what time it opens.

Bear in mind that McDonald's serves breakfast every day until 11am.

After that, it switches to the normal menu, serving meals such as burgers, chicken nuggets and more.