# Father’s Day Bourbon Burgers Hopdoddy Burger Bar Created an Exclusive New Father’s Day Burger By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-06-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fathers-day-burger References: [bevnet](https://www.bevnet.com/pr/2024/06/11/hopdoddy-burger-bar-and-brothers-bond-unveil-burger-collaboration-in-celebration-of-fathers-day)  [Hopdoddy Burger Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-bill-burger) has teamed up with Brother’s Bond Bourbon on an exclusive Father’s Day burger. Coming together for the perfect pairing, Hopdoddy had brought its creative burger combinations and paired them with the smoky flavors of Brother’s Bond Bourbon. Together, the two brands have created a new [Father's Day burger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kroger-co) that starts with roasted pulled pork cooked with a BBQ glaze made from Brother’s Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The pork is then paired with a beef patty, hot honey pickles, crispy fried onions, cilantro cabbage slaw, and jalapeno slices, all served on a freshly baked egg bun. As Jennifer Faren, VP of Marketing at Hopdoddy Burger Bar, explains, "As we started imagining options for Father’s Day burger specials we were loving BBQ recipes. To kick it up a notch we created a unique bbq glaze with [Brothers Bond Bourbon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brothers-cider-wild-cloudy-apple) we know our guests are going to love!” Image Credit: Hopdoddy Burger Bar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 24% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Alcohol-infused Foods:** The integration of bourbon into culinary dishes like burgers introduces an innovative twist to traditional dining experiences. - **Gourmet Fast-food Offerings:** Elevating fast-food with gourmet ingredients such as hot honey pickles and cilantro cabbage slaw appeals to discerning palates seeking upscale casual dining. - **Collaborative Brand Creations:** Partnerships between food chains and beverage brands, like Hopdoddy and Brother's Bond Bourbon, drive cross-industry innovation and unique product offerings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore new flavor profiles and exclusive menu items through collaborations between eateries and spirit brands. - **Fast Casual Dining:** Fast-casual dining establishments are blending gourmet concepts with speed and convenience, offering customers high-quality, innovative meal options. - **Marketing and Branding:** The strategic alliance between Hopdoddy and Brother's Bond Bourbon exemplifies how co-branded promotions can enhance brand recognition and customer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Father's Day QSR Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-fathers-day.md) - [Dippable Mexican-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-birria-burger.md) - [Grass-Fed Bison Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-bill-burger.md) - [Holiday Meal-Inspired Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-for-the-holidays-burger.md) - [Golf-Inspired Smash Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdie-burger.md) - [Burger-Infused Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-infused-cocktail.md) - [Father's Day Prime Rib Specials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-rib-special.md) - [Father’s Day Cocktail Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fathers-day-cocktail-recipe.md) - [BBQ-Inspired Wine Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-bundle.md)