Applebee’s is celebrating the start of the new year with the return of its popular $6 Mucho Smoocho Sips cocktails and the introduction of a new cheese-drenched burger, the O-M-Cheese Burger.

The Mucho Smoocho Sips are back for a limited time, featuring the vibrant Tipsy Cupid cocktail, which combines vodka, orange liqueur, and strawberry flavors with a sweet-tart twist. Joining it is the Prickly Ever After Rita, a new margarita blending tequila, citrus, and prickly pear flavors, making it both sweet and tangy. These cocktails come adorned with fun gummy candies and will be available for just $6, with an option to upgrade to premium spirits.

For non-drinkers, Applebee’s introduces the Prickly Melon Rush Mocktail, a refreshing combination of watermelon-flavored Red Bull and citrus ingredients.

On the food front, the O-M-Cheese Burger offers a hearty experience. This all-beef burger is topped with American cheese, Applewood-smoked bacon, and spicy honey mustard. It’s served over warm queso and a blend of melted Cheddar cheeses, all in a sizzling skillet, making it perfect for dipping and sharing.

Both the cocktails and the O-M-Cheese Burger are part of Applebee’s 2 for $25 menu, which includes two entrees and an appetizer, allowing guests to enjoy a variety of offerings at a value price. Applebee’s new menu items are designed to enhance dining experiences with friends or loved ones, kicking off the year with indulgence and fun.