Sonic to celebrate upcoming eclipse with Blackout Slush Float

Blackout Slush Float
Blackout slush float Sonic is offering a Blackout Slush Float to mark the upcoming eclipse. (Inspire Brands)

Sonic is helping celebrate next month’s eclipse with a limited-time drink.

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The drive-in fast food restaurant has developed the Blackout Slush Float to coincide with the North American Total Solar Eclipse on April 8.

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The drink will be available starting March 25 through May 5, or while supplies last.

It has “a sweet, cotton candy and dragon fruit” flavor in a black slush form, topped with vanilla soft serve and blue and purple sprinkles.

Each float purchase comes with eclipse viewing glasses and the company is inviting customers back on April 8 to watch the show.

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Company officials suggest asking a Sonic employee for the safest area to watch the eclipse.

To find a Sonic location near you, visit the restaurant’s website. You can also check out the best eclipse viewing areas on NASA’s website.

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