McDonalds new straws are ruining drinks: customers complain [Video]

McDonald’s latest move to switch to “sustainable” straws is stirring up frustration among customers who claim the new straws are altering the taste of their favorite beverages.

At restaurants nationwide, the fast-food giant has phased out its classic white straw with a red and yellow stripe and replaced it with a clear alternative.

While the chain has committed to reducing its environmental footprint by using more eco-friendly materials, many fans are reporting that the new straws are affecting the overall drinking experience.

Some say the straws have a noticeable, unpleasant taste that ruins their drinks — and they’re not just imagining it. Mike Haracz, a former corporate chef at McDonald’s, revealed how the straws make beverages taste different in a TikTok video.

“McDonald’s has switched out their iconic straw for something that is either a little more sustainable and/or cheaper — I’m not sure which one because based on everybody’s review, and …