# Intentionally Charred BBQ Burgers The Smashburger Carolina BBQ Burnt Ends Burger is Extra-Meaty By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-06-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-bbq-burnt-ends-burger References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2023/06/21/smashburger-introduces-new-carolina-bbq-burnt-ends-burger/) & [smashburger](https://smashburger.com)  The [Smashburger Carolina](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashburger-jalapeo-bbq-bacon-stack-smash) BBQ Burnt Ends Burger is a new addition to the brand's menu for summer 2023 that's ready to provide patrons with a decidedly flavorful option that merges several barbecue favorites. The burger starts off with a Certified Angus beef patty that's cooked to perfection before being topped with burnt ends that have been slow cooked for eight-hours. The sandwich is then finished with pickles, aged cheddar cheese and a tangy, mustard-like Carolina-style BBQ sauce, all served on a [Parker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-longest-island) House Roll bun. The Smashburger Carolina BBQ Burnt Ends Burger is priced at $11.99 and is freshly made-to-order to ensure optimal freshness for diners. The burger is only being offered for a limited to make it a summertime exclusive, but is at all of the brand's participating locations nationwide. Image Credit: Smashburger ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **BBQ Burger Trend:** Opportunity for restaurants to create unique and flavorful BBQ burger offerings. - **Slow Cooking Trend:** Potential for innovative slow-cooked meat dishes to attract food enthusiasts. - **Limited Edition Menu Trend:** Strategy for restaurants to create anticipation and exclusivity with limited-time offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurants:** Restaurants can explore new burger recipes and cooking techniques to tap into the BBQ burger trend. - **Food and Beverage:** Companies can experiment with slow cooking methods to develop new meat-based products and dishes. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate limited edition menu items to create buzz and attract diners during specific seasons or events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spicy BBQ Smash Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashburger-jalapeo-bbq-bacon-stack-smash.md) - [Barbecue-Themed Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoky-bbq-menu.md) - [Summer Barbecue-Themed Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-of-smash-menu.md) - [Loaded Caramelized Onion Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-caramelized-onion-smash.md) - [Crispy Bacon Smash Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-stack-smash.md) - [Hickory-Smoked Burnt Meat Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hickory-smoked-burnt-ends-sandwich.md) - [Cheesy Macaroni-Topped Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smac-cheese-burger.md) - [Flavourful Smash Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smash-hit-burge.md) - [Macaroni and Cheese Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scorchin-hot-mac-cheese.md)