Dunkin's 48-Ounce Iced Drink Bucket: How to Get One Before They're Gone
Dunkin' is releasing a 48-ounce iced drink bucket on Friday, May 22-but supply will be extremely limited.
So, how can coffee lovers get one of the buckets, which went viral in February, when they were tested at select locations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire? Let's take a closer look at how to snag one before they run out.
How to Get a 48-Ounce Iced Drink Bucket From Dunkin'
On Friday, May 22, Dunkin' is selling 48-ounce buckets filled with either iced coffee or a refresher beverage. The drink will come served in the bucket at participating locations while supplies last, according to an Instagram post from food blogger Markie_devo.
It's unclear, as of writing, what the price of the buckets will be.
However, Only 25 Buckets Will Be Available Per Dunkin' Store
The day before the buckets went on sale, Dunkin' took to Instagram to give customers an important heads-up.
"Plz don't be mad at me if they run out 🤗," the coffee chain captioned its update. "25 buckets avail per each store!"
Customers' best chance of snagging a bucket is to wake up bright and early to arrive at a Dunkin' location before it opens. Be sure to check your local store's hours of operation before heading over there!
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In the comments, Dunkin' fans expressed both excitement and disappointment over the 48-ounce drink buckets. One Instagram user declared, "OMG I NEED ALL 25."
Another shared, "A bucket of @dunkin sounds amazing! 😍."
Someone else echoed, "IM RUNNING TO GET MINE," as yet another person commented, "But you're gonna save me one? Right?"
However, others were frustrated over the high probability that they might go home empty-handed. One Instagram user predicted, "Omg this is going to be the Hunger Games."
A second follower pointed out, "Only 25 at each store is crazzzyyyy."
A different fan lamented, "Whaaaaaaaat, what if I don't get one 😭😭😭💔."
Meanwhile, yet another Instagram user joked, "Sooo we sleeping outside tonight?!?🪣☕️."
Store hours vary by location, with many opening at 3:30 AM or 4 AM.
Are you planning to wake up bright and early in hopes of getting one of the limited 48-ounce iced drink buckets at Dunkin'?
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This story was originally published May 21, 2026 at 9:02 AM.