Fruit or Condiment? Heinz Just Made Ketchup Drinkable

By Kyra Greene

Is ketchup a smoothie? Heinz and Smoothie King are turning an internet joke into a bold culinary experiment with the launch of the Heinz Tomato Ketchup Smoothie—a limited-edition blend that marries the savory tang of ketchup with the natural sweetness of fruit.

Created in response to the age-old debate about tomatoes being a fruit, this unexpected collaboration challenges what we think a smoothie should be. The drink combines Heinz Simply Tomato Ketchup with a refreshing medley of açai sorbet, apple juice, strawberries, and raspberries, resulting in a thick, tangy, and surprisingly harmonious blend of savory and sweet.

Launching at the peak of tomato season—when Heinz’s tomatoes are at their most flavorful—the smoothie isn’t just a gimmick. Both brands emphasize ingredient integrity. The ketchup contains no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, and the drink is crafted under Smoothie King’s “Clean Blends” promise, which avoids more than 75 banned ingredients.

Available for $5.70, the Heinz Tomato Ketchup Smoothie will be offered for a limited time in select Smoothie King locations across Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Miami, and the Greater New York/Northern New Jersey area.

Whether it’s a bold step forward in smoothie innovation or just a fun experiment, the drink is already stirring conversation online. Customers are encouraged to post their reactions using the hashtag #KetchupSmoothie, as Heinz and Smoothie King look to spark both taste buds and debates.