Enchanted OREO Blizzard Review: Is DQ’s Ube Treat Worth It?

DQ Canada’s Enchanted OREO Blizzard blends OREO cookie pieces and a sweet ube base into DQ soft serve, finished with a purple shimmer swirl, and it is only here until November 1. Part of the limited-time Spellbound Series, it is the most eye-catching Blizzard the chain has released in Canada in years. But does it taste as magical as it looks? Here is our honest review, based on the official recipe and early taste reports from the launch.

What Is the Enchanted OREO Blizzard?

Start with what you know: the classic OREO Blizzard, DQ’s long-running bestseller, built on crushed OREO cookie pieces folded through vanilla soft serve. The Enchanted version keeps that foundation and adds two things. First, a sweet ube-flavoured base that turns the whole treat purple and adds a new flavour dimension. Second, an enchanted shimmer swirl, a glittery purple syrup that gives the Blizzard its Halloween look.

Ube is a purple yam widely used in Filipino desserts, and it has crossed over into mainstream North American sweets over the past few years. Its flavour is sweet with nutty, vanilla-like notes, which makes it a natural partner for cookies and cream. DQ is not the first chain to experiment with ube, but it is one of the biggest to put it in a Blizzard-style treat.

Appearance: The Most Photogenic Blizzard in Years

On looks alone, this is a winner. The purple colour is vivid without looking artificial, and the shimmer swirl catches the light in a way that begs to be photographed. Early reviewers describe it as the rare limited-time item that actually looks like its promotional photos. If you are buying one for the Halloween vibe or for social media, you will not be disappointed.

One thing to know: the shimmer is a syrup swirl, not a topping, so it is mixed through the treat rather than sitting on top. Stirred well, it gives the whole Blizzard a subtle sparkle. If you are sensitive to food colouring or glitter-style ingredients, this is the one part of the recipe to think about.

Taste: Does the Ube Come Through?

This is the key question, and the answer from early taste reports is yes, but gently. The ube base adds a sweet, slightly floral note that sits on top of the familiar OREO Blizzard flavour. It does not overpower the cookies, and it does not taste like a novelty flavour bolted onto a classic. Instead, it reads as a cookies-and-cream Blizzard with a purple, lightly vanilla-nutty twist.

OREO fans can relax: the cookie pieces are the same generous mix-ins you get in a regular OREO Blizzard, and the upside-down serving ritual still applies. The ube is most noticeable in the first few bites and then settles into the background as the cookie flavour takes over. If you were hoping for an intense ube experience, this is milder than a dedicated ube dessert. If you wanted a fun seasonal twist on a favourite, it lands exactly right.

Price and Value

DQ Canada has not published a national price for the Enchanted OREO Blizzard, and prices vary by location since Canadian DQ restaurants are franchised. Expect it to be priced in line with other limited-time Blizzards, alongside the standard small, medium and large tiers on the DQ Blizzard menu. Check your local restaurant’s menu board or the DQ App for the exact price before you order.

For value, the verdict is the same as any limited-time Blizzard: you are paying a small premium for novelty. Whether that is worth it depends on how much you enjoy seasonal items. Given the short window and the genuinely fun flavour twist, we think it is. If you prefer to stick with the classics, our DQ ice cream menu covers the everyday treats that never leave.

The Verdict: Worth It?

Yes, with one caveat. The Enchanted OREO Blizzard is worth trying before November 1 if you like OREO Blizzards and enjoy seasonal menu items. It looks great, the ube adds a genuinely pleasant new flavour note, and the cookie base keeps it grounded. The caveat: if you dislike sweet novelty flavours or prefer your Blizzard strictly classic, the regular OREO Blizzard will still be there when this one disappears. For everyone else, this is the most fun Blizzard launch Canada has seen in a while. Pair it with a Mystery Blizzard Buddy and a round of the Spellbound Secret Lair game, and you have covered the whole Spellbound experience.

FAQs

How long is the Enchanted OREO Blizzard available in Canada?

Through November 1. It is part of DQ Canada’s limited-time Spellbound Series, which runs from September 28 to November 1 at participating locations.

What does the Enchanted OREO Blizzard taste like?

Like an OREO Blizzard with a sweet, lightly nutty twist. The ube base adds vanilla-like notes and a purple colour, while the OREO cookie pieces keep the familiar cookies-and-cream flavour front and centre.

How much does the Enchanted OREO Blizzard cost in Canada?

DQ Canada has not published a national price. Prices vary by location, so check your local restaurant’s menu board or the DQ App for the current price in your area.

Is the Enchanted OREO Blizzard available in the US too?

Yes. Both Canada and the US launched Spellbound Series lineups on September 28, though the exact menus differ. Canada’s version is the one described here, with the shimmer swirl finish.