For many, the enduring craving for a delectable McDonald's McFlurry seems everlasting. However, the familiar way of savoring a McFlurry is about to undergo a significant transformation. McDonald's is bidding farewell to a crucial element of the McFlurry experience: the iconic hollow spoon. Instead, they plan to introduce an eco-friendly alternative.
In a recent blog post announcing this shift, McDonald's stated, "This minor adjustment will contribute to the reduction of single-use plastic waste in our restaurants, all while ensuring our customers continue to enjoy the same delicious McFlurry they adore. It's a win-win situation in our view."
In lieu of the straw-like spoon, which, incidentally, has a hollow design to serve as a spindle for the soft-serve machine, your McFlurry will now be accompanied by a smaller black spoon that utilizes less plastic. If you've ever ordered a McDonald's sundae, you've already encountered this type of spoon. This change aligns with the chain's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, an initiative initially introduced in 2018.
Regarding the original McFlurry spoon, the restaurant clarified that it "was created by an employee at one of McDonald's suppliers, Flurry International, in 1995. Ever since, the McFlurry spoon design has become an iconic element of the dessert experience!"
One user remarked, "They've always been a significant source of plastic! Those spoons were massive."
While some individuals may welcome the spoon switch, others have expressed less enthusiasm. One user shared, "No! I save those. They come in handy when you want to buy a pint of cream and want to eat it at the mall or a park. The sundae ones break easily."
Another pointed out, "Black plastic is not recyclable. If they want to take the next steps, they should replace all their containers with recyclable materials." Another alternative was highlighted by someone who said, "In Canada, they use wooden spoons."
However, securing a McFlurry and receiving one of the smaller, eco-friendly spoons isn't always as straightforward as one might hope. That's why one social media user humorously (though often accurately) commented, "In related news, the ice cream machine used to make the McFlurry will continue to be out of order six days a week."