# American Angus-Patty Burgers SONIC Drive-In Launches the SONIC Smasher as a Premium Menu Offering By Debra John | Published 2024-07-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-smasher References: [livefreeshopsonic](https://www.livefreeshopsonic.com/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/sonicdrivein)  [SONIC Drive-In](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chophouse-burger) has announced the launch of the '[SONIC Smasher](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allamerican-sonic-smasher),' a premium burger crafted to order and designed to offer high quality at an accessible price point. The SONIC Smasher features [two Angus beef patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angus-beef-burgers), seasoned and seared to create a crispy exterior and a juicy interior. The burger is complemented by "two slices of melted American cheese, SONIC's signature Smasher sauce, crinkle-cut pickles, and diced onions, all served on a soft potato bun." Moreover, the SONIC Smasher is priced at $5.79 in a commitment to bring reasonable pricing options for deluxe-style, drive-through burgers. For those seeking a larger portion, the 'SONIC Triple Smasher' is available for $6.79 which like the SONIC Smasher, contains all the same condiments but with an additional patty. The SONIC Smasher and SONIC Triple Smasher will be available exclusively through the SONIC App beginning July 29, with nationwide availability across the United States starting August 5. Image Credit: SONIC Drive-In ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Premium Fast-food Offerings:** High-quality, gourmet-style items at fast-food chains cater to evolving consumer preferences for both taste and convenience. - **App-exclusive Menu Items:** Introducing exclusive menu items through mobile apps creates a compelling reason for customers to engage digitally. - **Affordable Gourmet Options:** Offering gourmet-like burgers with premium ingredients at accessible price points meets the demand for luxury on a budget. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast-food Industry:** Innovations in fast-food menus can drive customer retention by blending quality with speed. - **Mobile Food Ordering:** Exclusive app-based promotions and products encourage digital interaction and loyalty program participation. - **Affordable Luxury Market:** Providing premium experiences at lower costs can attract discerning consumers looking for value without compromising quality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Patriotic QSR Burger Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allamerican-sonic-smasher.md) - [Indulgent Wintertime Smash Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzel-bacon-smasher.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Summertime Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-heat-sonic-smasher.md) - [Value-Packed Smashed Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-smasher.md) - [Glazed Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-griller.md) - [Onion Ring-Topped Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chophouse-burger.md) - [Double-Stacked Bacon Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-bacon-double-stack.md) - [Buttery Bacon-Filled Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-butter-bacon-cheeseburger.md) - [Cheesy Extra-Bacon Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-cheeseburger.md)