Carl's Jr.® and Monster Energy Bring First-of-Its Kind Boost to the Beverage Menu

Meet Star Energy, the first-ever Monster Energy Ultra infusion lineup at a burger QSR – only at Carl's Jr.

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Carl's Jr. is teaming up with Monster Energy to introduce Star Energy, a new lineup of beverages featuring Monster Zero Ultra-infused drinks.

Now for a limited time, guests can choose from three 24-ounce infusions that pair Monster's signature energy blend with exciting new flavor combinations, or purchase 12-ounce cans of Monster Energy Zero Ultra. Each Star Energy infusion is available to order at participating Carl's Jr. restaurants in a Dirty variation with the addition of delicious, creamy cold foam or in its original form.

• Dirty Berry Breeze: Monster Zero Ultra and Powerade topped with cold foam
• Berry Breeze: Monster Zero Ultra and Powerade
• Dirty Strawberry Splash: Monster Zero Ultra with Sprite and artificially flavored strawberry syrup topped with cold foam
• Strawberry Splash: Monster Zero Ultra with Sprite and artificially flavored strawberry syrup
• Dirty Orange Blast: Monster Zero Ultra with Fanta Orange topped with cold foam
• Orange Blast: Monster Zero Ultra with Fanta Orange

"Partnering with Monster Energy is a major moment for Carl's Jr.," said Burge Diemer, chief marketing officer for Carl's Jr. "By pairing two iconic brands with incredibly passionate fan bases, we're able to create something truly distinctive and delicious for our guests. These Monster Energy Ultra infusions bring a fresh twist to the beverage menu."

To celebrate the monumental announcement, Carl's Jr. and Monster Energy are bringing the flavor and the fuel to the Rose Bowl tailgate on Saturday, Nov. 28. Ahead of one of the West Coast's most anticipated rivalry games, fans can sample the new Star Energy infusions and enjoy signature burgers from the Carl's Jr. food truck.

"There's a new star on the Carl's Jr. menu – the legendary White Monster," said Jordi Gayola, chief marketing officer of the Americas at Monster Energy. "We look for partners who can take something people already love, give it a twist, and take it to new consumers. Carl's Jr. does exactly that, and we're eager for fans to try the full lineup." 

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About Carl's Jr.    

Carl's Jr.® is famous around the world for big, audacious, impossible-to-ignore flavors inspired by its California roots. For a bold move, guests have ordered items like over-the-top, juicy charbroiled burger creations, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders™, Hand-Scooped Ice-Cream Shakes™ and indulgent breakfast burgers for more than 80 years. Together with its franchisees, Carl's Jr. operates more than 1,000 restaurants across the U.S. and has a presence in 24 countries worldwide. Learn more at www.carlsjr.com.     

About CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.    

CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., a privately held company based in Franklin, Tennessee, runs and operates Carl's Jr.® and Hardee's® restaurants, two beloved brands, known for premium and innovative menu items such as iconic charbroiled burgers, Made from Scratch™ Biscuits and Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders™. With both a U.S. and international footprint, Carl's Jr. Restaurants LLC and Hardee's Restaurants LLC have more than 3,600 franchised or company-operated restaurants domestically and more than 35 international markets and U.S. territories. For more information about CKE, please visit www.ckr.com or its brand sites at www.carlsjr.com and www.hardees.com.  

About Monster Energy

Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock-and-roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it's the way of life lived by athletes, bands, believers, and fans. See more about Monster Energy, including all of its drinks, at www.monsterenergy.com.

SOURCE CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.