Popeyes Mango Lemonade helps tame the heat of the returning Ghost Pepper Wings

While that iconic Popeyes fried chicken and those biscuits will always be craveable, the quick service restaurant menu is constantly evolving. Although those buttermilk biscuits got a sweet, strawberry upgrade recently, Popeyes is bringing a taste of the tropics to pair with a favorite returning menu item. What is the perfect beverage to pair with the returning Ghost Pepper Wings? The new Popeyes Mango Lemonade is the must have thirst quencher.

Before tackling the new beverage, many people will feel the heat rising in their cheeks with the announcement that the Ghost Pepper Wings are back. As fans might remember, the ghost pepper spice blend marinates those wings for at least 12 hours. Although the spice level is bold, it is not overwhelming. Given the crispy texture and paired with Popeyes buttermilk ranch, the intensity is manageable.

Bringing this menu item back heading into the summer months is smart for Popeyes. Bolder flavors tend to trend in the warmer months. Although it seems counterintuitive, the spice can make the warmer temperatures more tolerable. Eat something spicy on a hot day and appreciate the experience.

Since a boldly flavored dish deserves an equally flavorful beverage, the new Popeyes Mango Lemonade is that perfect pairing. Available either chilled or frozen, the tropical slant on the classic sweet and tart beverage is inviting.

Made with cane sugar, the sweetness is apparent but not overpowering. With the mango flavor and the bright lemons, it feels like a tropical escape without having to pack a suitcase. It is familiar yet exciting. For summer fun, it will bring smiles all around.

The addition of a new lemonade flavor has Popeyes keeping up with the quick service lemonade trend. While there are some restaurants that have always had that beverage on the menu, others keep experimenting and expanding their options. Whether this beverage trend is about the flavors, the pairings, or the variety remains to be seen. But, it is nice to have a bright, refreshing, non-carbonated option that pairs well with a variety of dishes.

Ready to sip on the new Popeyes Mango Lemonade and enjoy an order of the Ghost Pepper Wings?