Table of Contents
- Why did Strawberry reach a final and then lose?
- Where does Strawberry land in the rankings?
- Is the Strawberry shake the same at every store?
- What are the Strawberry orders fans swear by?
- How many calories are in the Strawberry shake?
- Is the Strawberry milkshake gluten-free?
- Is the Cookout Strawberry milkshake the safe choice?
The Cookout Strawberry milkshake is the shake that lost a bracket final to Oreo Mint, and one student newspaper still ranked it the most popular on the menu. A 32.8 oz cup with 610 calories, typically $3.99, it is one of the lightest fruit shakes at Cook Out and one of its best sources of vitamin C. It is also the base for the order that keeps winning fans: Strawberry Oreo.
Why did Strawberry reach a final and then lose?
Spoon University's 2015 bracket sent Strawberry to the final, where it lost to Oreo Mint. Along the way it was a judge favorite in rounds two and three and made the top five in the straw round. The tasters called it refreshing and quietly elegant.
A 2018 ranking in a high school newspaper, the Trojan Messenger, named Strawberry the most popular Cook Out shake by a wide margin, crediting its fruit flavor and how well it blends with other flavors.
Where does Strawberry land in the rankings?
| Source | Format | Strawberry's position |
|---|---|---|
| Spoon University (bracket) | Taste test of every flavor | Finalist |
| The Daily Meal | 41 flavors ranked | 14th |
| Mashed | 37 flavors ranked | 15th |
| cookoutmilkshakereviews.com | Fan scoring out of 17 | 12 of 17 |
| The Talon (high school paper) | 2018, 43 shakes | 25th |
It lives in the middle of rankings and at the top of popularity. Mashed praised a bright strawberry flavor with visible fruit and called it a trip back to the strawberry patch. The fan scorer found the flavor steady from first sip to last with flecks of strawberry and minimal chunks, a medium-bodied shake that pairs with the chicken strip sandwich.
Is the Strawberry shake the same at every store?
One Tripadvisor reviewer says yes. They called the Sumter, South Carolina strawberry shake the best they had ever had and noted that the one from Morganton, North Carolina tasted the same. That consistency matters for a flavor built on fruit pieces.
The Daily Meal reports that the shake uses a fruit compote rather than fresh strawberries.
What are the Strawberry orders fans swear by?
| Order | Source | What people say |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Oreo | Wide Open Country, 2022; Yahoo Lifestyle | A favorite of all time: sweet, chocolatey and rich, like a chocolate-covered strawberry |
| PB&J (strawberry, peanut butter and fudge) | Wide Open Country, 2022 | Tastes like the sandwich, creamy and rich |
| Strawberry Oreo cheesecake | TikTok reviewers | Called the best combination there is |
| Strawberry cheesecake | Wide Open Country; Viking Fusion | Whole slice of cheesecake blended in, but Viking Fusion ranked it among the worst for chewy lumps |
See our Oreo milkshake guide for the Strawberry Oreo details. The cheesecake mixes split opinion, so test one on a small order first.
How many calories are in the Strawberry shake?
610, which ranks 33rd of 44 flavors and sits 79 calories under the typical shake. It has 17 grams of fat, 10 saturated, and 455 mg of sodium.
| Measure | Strawberry | Rank of 44 | Typical flavor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 610 | 33rd | 689 |
| Total fat | 17 g | 32nd | 22.5 g |
| Sodium | 455 mg | 34th | 472 mg |
| Sugar | 99 g | 24th | 100.5 g |
| Vitamin C | 21% DV | 5th | 6% DV |
| Iron | 0% DV | 27th | 2% DV |
Vitamin C is the standout: 21% of the Daily Value, more than three times the typical shake and fifth on the menu, behind Orange Push Up, Banana Berry, Fresh Watermelon and Blueberry. The Daily Meal calls the shake not overly sweet. The label shows 99 grams of sugar, right at the menu's typical 100.5, so it is average, not light.
Is the Strawberry milkshake gluten-free?
The shake contains milk and no cookie or wheat mix-ins. Milk is the only allergen our allergen page lists for it. Shared equipment still carries cross-contact risk, so confirm with the staff if gluten is a medical concern.
Is the Cookout Strawberry milkshake the safe choice?
Yes, especially as the lighter pick. It stays 79 calories under the typical shake, carries fruit pieces and holds up as a base for mixing. Order the Oreo Mint if you want the bracket winner, and Strawberry if you want the shake that took it to the final.