"McDonald's deliberately avoids the term 'milkshake' to sidestep varying state regulations, leading to inconsistencies in what qualifies as a milkshake across states."
"In Massachusetts, traditional milkshakes are classified as 'frappes' since they can't contain any cream, illustrating the complexity of dairy classifications in different states."
Milkshakes, a beloved treat on diner menus, are given a creative twist by McDonaldâs, which omits 'milk' from 'milkshake' to comply with differing state dairy regulations. This decision stems from the brand's use of a reduced-fat soft serve that may not meet traditional milkshake standards across all states. For example, in Massachusetts, a milkshake cannot include cream and is instead called a 'frappe,' highlighting the varying criteria. Therefore, McDonald's shakes utilize alternative blends and ingredients, distancing themselves from customary definitions of milkshakes.
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