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Viking Fusion called the Cookout Pineapple milkshake the worst Cook Out flavor, an unpleasantly chunky atrocity. The Daily Meal called it shockingly good and compared it to Dole Whip, ranking it 11th of 41. The 33 oz shake has 575 calories, 16% of the Daily Value for vitamin C and a typical $3.99 price, and it is the most divisive fruit shake on the menu.
Why is Pineapple the best and worst shake at once?
The chunks. The Viking Fusion writer, who tried about 40 shakes over two months, named Pineapple the loser because of the chunky texture of pineapple blended into milk. The Daily Meal reached the opposite conclusion on the same chunks, calling the tangy bits and sweet juice a Dole Whip lookalike and advising a spoon because the fruit blocks the straw. Mashed praised a thick, sweet way to get powerful pineapple flavor and said the small pieces will please fans.
| Source | Verdict |
|---|---|
| The Daily Meal | 11th of 41; shockingly good, Dole Whip-like, use a spoon |
| Mashed | Praised; thick, sweet, strong pineapple flavor |
| The Talon (2018) | 37th of 43 |
| cookoutmilkshakereviews.com | 9 of 17; canned pineapple is nothing thrilling, more chunks would be better |
| Viking Fusion (2022) | Worst of about 40; unpleasantly chunky |
| TikTok reviewer | A pineapple and red cherry combination scored 7.8 out of 10 and was called a favorite |
Spoon University also suggested Pineapple among the shakes to try for adventurous drinkers.
Is there a Pineapple order people love?
Yes. A TikTok creator rated a pineapple and red cherry combination 7.8 out of 10 and called it a favorite. Cook Out lets you mix two flavors.
How does Pineapple compare with Banana Pineapple?
Plain Pineapple is 9 calories heavier than the blend and has 5 more grams of sugar, so banana trims weight without losing fruit.
| Measure | Pineapple | Banana Pineapple |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 575 | 566 |
| Sugar | 91 g | 86 g |
| Vitamin C | 16% DV | 19% DV |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 412 mg |
It ranks 38th of 44 for calories and 7th for vitamin C.
Is the Cookout Pineapple milkshake the summer pick?
If you like chunky tropical flavor, yes, and bring a spoon. If you prefer a smooth shake, Banana Pineapple is the gentler option.