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Quick-service restaurant chain Tim Hortons U.S. has announced the launch of its summer menu expansion, introducing a series of fruit-forward cold drinks, campfire-inspired coffee options, and a range of soccer-themed baked goods.

The product roll-out, which is entering participating US locations immediately, is structured to align with peak warm-weather purchasing patterns. By combining beverage customisation options with event-based bakery additions, the brand aims to drive customer transaction frequency and increase average ticket sizes ahead of the major international soccer tournament hosted across North America this season.

Beverage Innovation and Customisation Options

To meet the rising consumer demand for fruit-forward cold coffee alternatives and customisable options, the brand has introduced five new beverage variants and partnerships.

The summer drink line-up comprises the following options:

🍇 Blackberry Citrus Refresher – A fruit-juice-based iced beverage blending blackberry and orange notes with freeze-dried blackberries, available with coconut milk or lemonade.

🍓 Strawberry Cold Foam – A velvety, fruit-flavoured dairy topper developed to customise cold brew and iced matcha drinks.

🍪 Strawberries and Cream Iced Capp – A blended frozen coffee beverage incorporating strawberry flavours, cookie crumbs, and real cream, finished with Oreo pieces.

🪵 S'Mores Beverages – A range of lattes and iced caps incorporating toasted marshmallow flavours, chocolate chips, and graham cracker toppings.

🥛 Chobani Oat Milk – A premium plant-based dairy alternative introduced to allow for custom iced coffee variations.

The customisation segment represents a primary focus for the chain. By partnering with established consumer packaged goods brands like Chobani and Oreo, Tim Hortons is positioning its cold beverage portfolio to attract younger demographics who prioritise premium textures and customisable ingredient decks.

Bakery Expansion

In addition to its beverage expansion, the brand has updated its baked goods selection with a series of themed sweets, fruit-forward doughnuts, and bite-sized confectionery items.

The seasonal bakery portfolio includes:

⚽ Soccer Ball Doughnut – A yeast-based doughnut filled with Venetian cream, topped with chocolate icing and a powdered sugar soccer stencil design.

🇺🇸 USA Vanilla Dip Doughnut – A classic ring doughnut featuring white vanilla-flavoured icing and red, white, and blue sprinkles.

🟢 Key Lime Timbit – A bite-sized doughnut hole featuring a key lime cheesecake filling finished with powdered sugar.

🎂 USA Birthday Cake Timbit – A celebration-themed bite-sized treat decorated with red, white, and blue sprinkles.

🍋 Lemon Cake Doughnut – A moist, lemon-flavoured cake doughnut lightly coated in powdered sugar.

The inclusion of soccer-themed and nationally branded baked goods allows the company's franchise network to target local family gatherings, watch parties, and holiday events, helping operators secure volume sales within the competitive morning and afternoon snacking categories.

Retail Merchandise and Brand Touchpoints

To support the physical menu launch and generate auxiliary revenue channels, Tim Hortons is introducing a line of limited-edition summer retail merchandise.

The product range includes soccer-themed buckets and a USA-inspired colour-changing cup, which is available to customers purchasing medium or large iced beverages. Additionally, the brand is debuting the "Tim Hortons USA Travel Collection," featuring ceramic mugs and reusable straw tumblers designed for travel and on-the-go consumption.

By extending its retail presence into durable drinkware and travel accessories, the chain aims to increase everyday brand touchpoints beyond its traditional restaurant footprint, supporting its broader volume growth goals during the high-traffic summer travel season.