And, of course, came the TikTok trend.

Grimace’s days in Ronald McDonald’s shadow are over.

And it’s been a long time coming.

grimace milkshake from mcdonalds

Courtesy of McDonald’s

Some have defined Grimace as the embodiment of a taste bud; others say it’s a sentient milkshake.

Apparently Grimace is whatever you want it to be.

Whatever he is, we’re just proud our bestie makes people happy.

grimace

Courtesy of McDonald’s

(Although it could also be that I’m pregnant with twinsanything ice cream hits different these days.)

I asked what flavor it was and was told that, much like Grimace, it’s ambiguous.

But twist: I liked it.

Like, would-make-it-again liked it.

Halfway through, and I was ready to nap as hard as the TikTok videos.

The at-home dupe I tried, however, was basically a berry smoothie with whipped topping on top.

strawberry syrup

12 Tbsp.

Blend, then pour into a glass and top with whipped cream.

Pour into a cup and top with whipped cream and sprinkles.