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Sonic releases new Blackout Slush Float in honor of 2024 solar eclipse

Hannah Ortega
Austin American-Statesman
The new drink will include flavors of cotton candy and dragon fruit, according to Sonic, with the all-black slush representing the temporary darkness from the solar eclipse.

Sonic is releasing a new out-of-this-world treat in celebration of the upcoming solar eclipse.

Customers can enjoy the Blackout Slush Float, which is black in color, between March 25 and May 5. Here's what you need to know:

What does Sonic's Blackout Slush Float taste like?

According to USA Today, the float features cotton candy and dragon fruit flavors as well as classic soft serve.

So it's black?

Yes! It's a space-like black color with white soft serve on top as well as galactic sprinkles in shades of blue and purple.

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The new drink will include flavors of cotton candy and dragon fruit, according to Sonic, with the all-black slush representing the temporary darkness from the solar eclipse and will be topped with white soft serve and blue and purple galaxy themed sprinkles.

When is the 2024 solar eclipse?

The solar eclipse will take over the sky on April 8, and it can be best seen from Austin between 1:35 p.m. and 1:40 p.m.

Where can I watch the 2024 solar eclipse?

Austin is right in the path of totality, making it one of the best spots for prime viewing. Round Rock, Killeen and Waco are also in the path, with San Antonio right on the path's edge.

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