# Extra Spicy Autumnal Burgers Burger King Has a New Ghost Pepper Whopper for Halloween By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-09-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-pepper-whopper References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/09/30/burger-king-launching-new-ghost-pepper-whopper-nationwide-on-october-13-2022/)  [Burger King](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-pepper-nuggets) is more than ready to celebrate spooky season with the launch of its new [Ghost Pepper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-ghost-pepper) Whopper. And in this case, you'll definitely need a strong stomach to handle these particular Halloween ingredients. A deliciously festive take on a traditional Whopper, Burger King's new Ghost Pepper Whopper was specifically created for the Halloween season. The hot new burger pairs a flame-grilled Whopper patty with [fiery Ghost Pepper cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-pepper-chicken-sandwich-1), spicy queso sauce, crispy jalapeño slices, and bacon. The whole thing gets an extra spooky touch with the addition of two orange-hued Whopper buns. The new Ghost Pepper Whopper will officially start rolling out at select Burger King locations starting October 10 with the burger fully available nationwide beginning October 13, 2022. Image Credit: Burger King ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 13% - 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 - **Spicy Halloween Menus:** Introduction of spicy menus by fast food restaurants during Halloween season to attract customers. - **Limited Time Offer Menus:** Fast food chains introduce limited time menu items to increase revenue and attract new customers. - **Festive Food Pairings:** Pairing traditional fast food items with seasonal ingredients to create a unique and festive menu offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Chains:** Introduction of innovative and seasonal menu offerings to attract customers and increase revenue. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Continual introduction of new and unique food offerings to customers to stay competitive and position in the industry. - **Holiday Retail Season:** Introducing seasonal items on menus during the holidays to increase sales and offer customers a unique experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spicy Pepper QSR Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-ghost-pepper.md) - [Spooky Autumnal QSR Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghosts-whopper-sandwich.md) - [Ghoulish Ghost Pepper Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-breakfast-burger.md) - [Cocoa-Colored Burger Buns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-burger.md) - [Ghost Pepper-Spiced Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-pepper-burger.md) - [Spicy Ghost Pepper Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ghost-burger.md) - [Halloween-Celebrating QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-monster-menu.md) - [Halloween-Themed QSR Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/franken-whopper.md) - [Fiery Ghost Pepper Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-burrito.md)