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Burger King unveils 3 finalists in Million Dollar Whopper contestBurger King unveils 3 finalists in Million Dollar Whopper contest

Customers will vote on creations in November when sandwiches are offered for limited time

Ron Ruggless, Senior Editor

September 16, 2024

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Burger King Million Dollar Whopper Finalists
Burger King has selected three finalists in its Million Dollar Whopper Contest.Burger King Corp.

Burger King Corp., which in February announced its first Million Dollar Whopper Contest, has selected three finalists and will offer the trio at select U.S. restaurants in November.

The Miami-based division of Toronto-based Restaurant Brands International Inc., which said it received more than a million submissions, said consumers will be able to order and vote on the trio of sandwiches in November.

The three sandwiches are:

Fried Pickle Ranch Whopper (created by Fabian of California), which features quarter-pound flame -grilled beef patty, topped with pickle ranch, lettuce, fried pickles, bacon, and Swiss cheese on a toasted sesame seed bun.

Maple Bourbon BBQ Whopper (created by Calvin of California), which features a beef patty, topped with maple bourbon barbecue sauce, crispy onions and jalapeños, maple bacon seasoning, bacon, and American cheese on a toasted sesame seed bun.

Mexican Street Corn Whopper (created by Kelsie of Nebraska), which features a grilled beef patty, topped with street corn spread, lettuce, tomato, Southwest seasoned tortilla crisps, and Mexican spicy queso on a toasted sesame seed bun.

The original Whopper was introduced in 1957.

“The Million Dollar Whopper Contest was all about taking ‘Have It Your Way’ to the next level, and we were blown away by the thought and creativity that went into the Whopper creations that were submitted,” Pat O’Toole, chief marketing officer for Burger King North America, said in a statement.

Related:Burger King rewards customers for Whopper ideas

“Selecting just three finalists was no easy task, but we’re confident guests will love these creative delicious takes on the iconic Whopper sandwich, and can’t wait for them to be available in restaurants this fall,” O’Toole said.

Burger King, founded in 1954, has more than 19,000 locations in more than 120 countries and U.S. territories.

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About the Author

Ron Ruggless

Senior Editor, Nation’s Restaurant News / Restaurant Hospitality

Ron Ruggless serves as a senior editor for Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News (NRN.com) and Restaurant Hospitality (Restaurant-Hospitality.com) online and print platforms. He joined NRN in 1992 after working 10 years in various roles at the Dallas Times Herald newspaper, including restaurant critic, assistant business editor, food editor and lifestyle editor. He also edited several printings of the Zagat Dining Guide for Dallas-Fort Worth, and his articles and photographs have appeared in Food & Wine, Food Network and Self magazines. 

Ron Ruggless’ areas of expertise include foodservice mergers, acquisitions, operations, supply chain, research and development and marketing. 

Ron Ruggless is a frequent moderator and panelist at industry events ranging from the Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators (MUFSO) conference to RestaurantSpaces, the Council of Hospitality and Restaurant Trainers, the National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group, local restaurant associations and the Horeca Professional Expo in Madrid, Spain.

Ron Ruggless’ experience:

Regional and Senior Editor, Informa Connect’s Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality (1992 to present)

Features Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1989-1991)

Restaurant Critic and Food Editor – Dallas Times Herald (1987-1988)

Editing Roles – Dallas Times Herald (1982-1987)

Editing Roles – Charlotte (N.C.) Observer (1980-1982)

Editing Roles – Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald (1978-1980)

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