Whataburger Family-Size Drink
Feeding a crowd takes more than burgers. Someone has to bring the drinks. Whataburger sells its drinks by the gallon for that reason. You can grab a jug of tea or lemonade and skip the stack of cups.
This guide covers what comes in a gallon and what it costs. It also covers the calories and a few ways to order.
Full View: Whataburger Menu with Prices
Quick Answer
Whataburger does not list one drink called the Family-Size Drink. It sells gallon jugs. The menu guides I checked show three of them.
| Gallon Drink | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Tea | ~$4.99 | 1,776 |
| Unsweet Tea | ~$4.99 | 38 |
| Lemonade | ~$9.99 | 60 (see note below) |
The prices come from a 2024 menu guide. They can be higher now and they change by store. The calories come from the fatsecret database.
What Is Inside a Gallon
A gallon is 128 fluid ounces. That equals 16 cups of 8 ounces. It is enough for about 4 large Whataburger cups (44 oz each) with a little left over.
Think of it this way. A medium soft drink is 32 oz. One gallon covers four of them.
Gallon Drink Prices
| Item | Price | Source Year |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Tea Gallon | $4.99 | 2024 |
| Unsweet Tea Gallon | $4.99 | 2024 |
| Lemonade Gallon | $9.99 | 2024 |
Tea is a bargain by the gallon. Four large teas at the counter cost about $12 at recent averages. The gallon jug costs well under half that.
Lemonade costs twice as much as tea. That fits the way Whataburger prices its other lemonade drinks. They sit above soda and tea.
I did not find a gallon price list from Whataburger itself. One newer menu guide did not list gallons at all. Call your store or check the app for today’s price.
Calories in a Gallon
| Drink | Per Gallon | Per 8 oz Cup |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Tea | 1,776 | about 111 |
| Unsweet Tea | 38 | about 2 |
| Lemonade | 60 | about 4 |
Sweet tea carries 326 grams of carbs per gallon according to fatsecret. Almost all of it is sugar.
The sweet tea number matches Whataburger’s single cup sizes. A large 44 oz sweet tea has 610 calories. Scale that up to 128 oz and you land near 1,775.
About That Lemonade Number
Sixty calories for a gallon of lemonade looks too low. Regular lemonade carries far more sugar than that. The listing may reflect the light lemonade that Whataburger serves from the fountain. A medium Minute Maid Light Lemonade has only 15 calories.
If you buy the gallon and calories matter, ask which lemonade it is. Treat the 60 calorie figure as unconfirmed.
Other Gallon Drinks
fatsecret also lists a Powerade Fruit Punch gallon at 880 calories. I could not find that item on any current menu guide. Your store may or may not carry it. Ask before you count on it.
Sweet Tea vs Unsweet Tea
| Categories | Sweet Tea | Unsweet Tea |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$4.99 | ~$4.99 |
| Calories per gallon | 1,776 | 38 |
| Best for | Texas style sweet tea fans | Mixing your own or cutting sugar |
A simple tip. Buy one of each. Mix them in a pitcher at home. You get a half and half tea and you control the sweetness.
Family-Size Food to Pair With It
Whataburger sells family-style food too. The drinks fit well next to these.
| Item | Price Range |
|---|---|
| Family Fry Box | ~$10.99 to $14.87 |
| 6 Chicken Strip Box | ~$35.00 |
Fry box prices vary a lot across sources. They also vary by store.
How to Order a Gallon
Try these steps.
Call ahead. A quick call tells you if your store carries gallons and what they cost.
Order at the counter. A jug is easier to handle inside than at the drive thru.
Check the app. Look for the gallon in the drinks menu. If it does not show up, ask at the counter.
Confirm the price. Gallon prices are not widely published. Ask before you pay.
Do You Get Ice
I found no rule on ice for gallon orders. Ask your store if you want ice and whether it costs extra.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Whataburger sell gallon drinks? Yes. Sweet tea, unsweet tea and lemonade have been listed by the gallon.
How much is a gallon of sweet tea?
About $4.99 in a 2024 menu guide.
How much is a gallon of lemonade?
About $9.99 in the same guide.
How many ounces are in a gallon?
128 ounces.
How many calories are in a gallon of sweet tea?
About 1,776 calories.
How many calories are in a gallon of unsweet tea?
About 38 calories.
Is the gallon lemonade the light kind?
Possibly. The 60 calorie listing suggests so. It is not confirmed.
How many people does a gallon serve?
About 8 to 16 depending on the cup size.
Can I order a half sweet and half unsweet gallon?
Not as a listed item. Buy one of each and mix them.
Do gallon prices change by location?
Yes. Franchisees set their own prices.
Is there a Whataburger family meal deal?
Whataburger sells a Family Fry Box and chicken strip boxes. Check the app for current bundles.
Final Take
The gallon jug is the cheapest way to buy Whataburger tea. At about $4.99 it beats four cups by a wide margin. Go with sweet tea for the classic taste. Pick unsweet if you want to control the sugar. Call your store first because gallon prices are not widely published.
