Burger King is beefing up its menu with a sweet and spicy spin on some classic favorites. In a sugar-meets-savory experiment, the fast food giant rolled out a candied bacon Whopper on Monday at select locations nationwide. Eager customers can sink their teeth into this new variation of Burger King's flagship sandwich, which includes sweet bacon jam, lettuce, tomato, onions, and garlic aioli, topped off with candied bacon on a beef patty in a seeded bun.
This latest offering was first teased by food blogger and influencer Markie Devo on Instagram. "BK said McDz can release all the monster burgers they want, here’s a bacon on bacon burger," Markie remarked on the social media platform. Houston's Federal Road location confirmed they will be selling the new Whopper, with more extensive marketing to follow. Burger King's own Facebook page hinted at the launch with a cryptic message including a burger and a football emoji.
The debut of the candied bacon Whopper is just one part of Burger King's latest culinary venture. Seafood lovers can look forward to the fiery big fish sandwich, described as an amped-up version of the standard fish sandwich with a creamy and spicy sauce. First tipped by food news account Snackolator and then confirmed by USA TODAY, this fiery addition is slated to hit the participating restaurants on February 14th.
"Something BIG is about to touch down at BK ..." Burger King playfully posted prior to the release of their candied concoction. Meanwhile, the fiery big fish sandwich is aiming to set taste buds ablaze with lettuce, pickles, tartar sauce, and a spicy glaze, all contained within a brioche-style bun. The classic Big Fish will also become part of a special deal for Royal Perks members from Feb. 14 - March 28, as reported by USA TODAY. Subscribers to the loyalty program can catch an Big Fish for $2 with the purchase of a full-price item.
Whether you have a penchant for the charred sweetness of candied bacon or the kick of a spicy fish fillet, Burger King's recent menu additions are a clear move to stay ahead of the flavor game. Check with your local BK to see if these mouth-watering options have made their debut on the menu boards near you.
