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Smoothie King gives pumpkin spice season GLP-1 makeover

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August 18, 2026

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Pumpkin spice is everywhere this fall, but Smoothie King says it's the first chain to make one specifically for guests on GLP-1 medications.

The Dallas-based smoothie chain this week launched the Slim-N-Trim GLP-1 Pumpkin Smoothie, which the company describes as the first pumpkin smoothie designed for people taking GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic or Wegovy. Made with organic pumpkin puree and a pumpkin spice blend, the smoothie has more than 23 grams of protein, 9 grams of fiber and zero grams of added sugar.

The launch builds on a GLP-1 strategy Smoothie King started in October 2024, when it became what it called the first national quick-service brand to roll out a menu built around the needs of people on the medications. That five-item GLP-1 Support Menu was developed with Ochsner Health dietitian Molly Kimball and included smoothies with as much as 45 grams of protein, all with zero added sugar.

"Our smoothies are more than just a delicious treat — they're a power-packed meal on-the-go to help our guests stay on track with their goals," Smoothie King CEO Wan Kim said when the original GLP-1 menu launched.

The pumpkin smoothie is one of six items in Smoothie King's 2026 fall lineup, each built around a different nutritional need:

Slim-N-Trim GLP-1 Pumpkin — 23g+ protein, 9g fiber, 0g added sugar.
Power Meal Pumpkin — 20g+ protein, meal replacement.
Coffee High Protein Pumpkin — 31g+ protein, 83mg caffeine.
Slim-N-Trim® Pumpkin — 13g+ protein, 0g added sugar.
D-Lite Pumpkin — 12g+ protein.
Vegan Pumpkin — plant-based, 12g+ protein.

" As more guests began navigating GLP-1 medications and looking for trusted nutrition guidance, we saw an opportunity to apply that expertise to meet an emerging need when we first introduced the first GLP-1 Support Menu in QSR in 2024," Lori Primavera, vice president of R&D and product marketing at Smoothie King, said in a company release. "Now with the Slim-N-Trim GLP-1 Pumpkin Smoothie, we're continuing to lead the category by proving that seasonal favorites can be both delicious and thoughtfully developed to support today's wellness goals."

The lineup is available now through the end of September at participating locations nationwide and through the Smoothie King app. The chain is also giving away free Pumpkin D-Lite Smoothies on Aug. 27 at participating locations while supplies last.

Smoothie King has nearly 1,200 locations nationwide.