Girl Scouts unveil 'Exploremores' cookie, say goodbye to 2 others. Here's what to know

Exploremores,

There’s a new sweet shake-up in the Girl Scout Cookie world. As two longtime favorites take a bow in the 2025 season, a brand-new treat is stepping in to steal the spotlight.

Back in February of this year, Jacksonville cookie booths popped up at Publix, Winn-Dixie, and Lowe’s, giving local fans plenty of chances to stock up on their favorite classics this season. But while these familiar treats remain popular around town, the real buzz is already building for something new.

Get ready for ‘Exploremores’, a rocky road ice cream–inspired sandwich cookie set to launch in the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie Season, promising Jacksonville sweet tooths a fresh and exciting way to snack.

Here's all you need to know about the new cookie flavor and when it will become available for purchase near you.

What flavor is 'Exploremores', the newest Girl Scout cookie?

"These rocky road ice cream-inspired sandwich cookies — filled with the delicious flavors of chocolate, marshmallow, and toasted almond-flavored crème — reflect the spirit of exploration at the heart of every Girl Scout," a news release said.

"From a curious kindergartener, amazed by jellyfish at the local aquarium, to a middle schooler finding the courage to go on her first overnight trip with her troop, Girl Scouts know the road to discovery starts with exploration.  

Right now, Girl Scouts all over the world are exploring who they are, what they can do, and all they can become. Your purchase helps them make the world a better place — one box of cookies at a time. 

When do Girl Scout cookies go on sale in Jacksonville?

In 2026, Girl Scout cookie sales typically run from January through April, both online and at local booths.

In Jacksonville, sales are expected to begin around January 2, though exact dates can vary by area. For comparison, some parts of Florida may start as early as December 1 (Vero Beach, West Palm Beach) or as late as January 7 (Sarasota, Naples).

How to know when Girl Scout cookies go on sale in your area?

Text "Cookies" to 59618 to get the latest Girl Scout Cookie news or visit the Girl Scouts website to sign up to be notified as soon as Girl Scout Cookies are on sale in your area.

You can also type in your Zip code at the Girl Scouts cookie finder to find out when cookies will go on sale in your area.

What Girl Scout cookie flavors will be on sale in 2026?

• Adventurefuls: Indulgent brownie-inspired cookies topped with caramel-flavored crème with a hint of sea salt.
• Caramel Chocolate Chip: Chewy cookies with rich caramel, semisweet chocolate chips, and a hint of sea salt.
• Caramel deLites | Samoas: Crisp cookies with caramel, coconut, and chocolaty stripes .
• Peanut Butter Sandwich | Do-si-dos: Crunchy oatmeal sandwich cookies with peanut butter filling.
• Exploremores: Sandwich cookies with chocolate, marshmallow, and almond-flavored creme.
• Lemonades: Savory, refreshing shortbread cookies topped with a tangy lemon-flavored icing.
• Lemon-Ups: Crispy lemon cookies baked with inspiring messages.
• Peanut Butter Patties | Tagalongs: Crispy cookies layered with peanut butter and covered with a chocolaty coating.
• Thin Mints: Crisp, chocolate cookies dipped in a delicious mint chocolaty coating.
• Toffee-tastic: Rich, buttery cookies with sweet, crunchy toffee bits.
• Trefoils: Iconic shortbread cookies inspired by the original Girl Scout Cookie recipe.

Which two Girl Scout cookie flavors were retired at the end of the 2025 season?

“Never say never! We routinely reevaluate our cookie lineup to make room for new innovations. Discontinuing Toast-Yay! and Girl Scout S’mores may lead to something new and delicious," a Girl Scout spokesperson said in January 2025.

Why do some Girl Scout cookies have different names for the same cookie?

"Each Girl Scout council contracts with one of two licensed bakers, whose recipes and ingredients may differ slightly: ABC Bakers and Little Brownie Bakers," Girl Scouts said on its website.

"That’s why some of our cookies look the same but have two different names. Whether the package says Peanut Butter Patties or Tagalongs, or Samoas or Caramel deLites, the cookies are similarly delicious."

Are any Girl Scout cookies gluten-free or vegan?

Yes. Girl Scouts has gluten-free, Vegan, and Kosher and Halal certified options.

• Gluten free
  • Toffee-tastic
  • Caramel Chocolate Chip cookies
• Vegan
  • Thin Mints
  • Peanut Butter Patties
  • Lemonades
• Kosher and Halal certified
  • Every variety is kosher and Halal certified.

Where does money from Girl Scout cookie sales go?

"All proceeds from cookie sales stay local with Girl Scout councils and troops to help fund life-changing programs, experiences and learnings all year long."

"Troops may use the money earned to fund a project that will improve their community or donate the money to a worthy cause."

When did Girl Scouts first start selling cookies?

"Girl Scout Cookies were originally home baked by girl members with moms volunteering as technical advisers. The sale of cookies to finance troop activities began as early as 1917," according to the Girl Scouts' website.