# Spicy Small-Sized Burgers A&W Debuts a New Spicy Piri-Piri Buddy Burger with Three Protein Options By Kanesa D | Published 2024-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-piri-piri-buddy References: [dailyhive](https://dailyhive.com/calgary/aw-piri-piri-new-menu) & [web.aw](https://web.aw.ca/)  [A&W](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aw-canada-1) is launching its new spicy burger trio, which includes the [Spicy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dill-pickle-buddy-burger) Piri-Piri [Buddy Burger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-piri-piri-buddy-burgers) and three different protein options. The star of this spicy ensemble is the Spicy Piri-Piri Buddy Burger, available with your choice of chicken, beef, or a unique potato patty option. Inspired by a popular menu hack where customers add a hash brown to their burger, A&W elevates the handheld experience by offering a potato patty alternative. Each sandwich is generously topped with the new piri-piri sauce, complemented by crisp whole-leaf lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and zesty red onions, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will delight the palate. With its diverse protein options and mouth-watering toppings, the Spicy Piri-Piri Buddy Burger trio promises to cater to various tastes and preferences. Image Credit: A&W ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 21% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Customizable Protein Options:** The Spicy Piri-Piri Buddy Burger offers three protein options, creating a customizable experience for customers. - **Elevated Handheld Experience:** A&W introduces a potato patty alternative, elevating the traditional burger experience. - **Symphony of Flavors:** The generous toppings and new piri-piri sauce blend together to create a delightful symphony of flavors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Food:** The customizable protein options and elevated handheld experience offer opportunities for innovation within the fast food industry. - **Vegetarian/vegan:** The introduction of a potato patty alternative caters to the growing demand for vegetarian and vegan food options. - **Condiments/sauces:** The introduction of the new piri-piri sauce presents opportunities for new condiment/sauce products in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spicy Piri Piri Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-piri-piri-buddy-burgers.md) - [Spicy Authentic Sauce Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-piripiri-buddy-burger.md) - [Spiced Veggie Burger Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aw-canada-1.md) - [Snack-Sized Pickle Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dill-pickle-buddy-burger.md) - [Sweet-Savory Burger Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakhouse-teen-burger.md) - [Creamy Spiced Pickle Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-dill-pickle-mama-burger.md) - [Crunchy Burger Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffles-crunch-burger.md) - [QSR Masala Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aw-masala-veggie-burger.md) - [Exclusive QSR Value Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddy-bundle.md)