# Distillery-Backed QSR Items Wahlburgers and Sugarlands Launch the Moonshine-Infused BBQ Sliders By Kanesa D | Published 2023-09-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wahlburgers References: [bevnet](https://www.bevnet.com/news/2023/wahlburgers-and-sugarlands-team-to-launch-limited-time-moonshine-infused-bbq-sliders) & [wahlburgers](https://www.wahlburgers.ca/)  [Sugarlands Distilling Co.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-limeade-moonshine) has launched a new collaboration with gourmet burger restaurant [Wahlburgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wahlburgers-triple-threat-flight), resulting in a new menu item. Chef Paul Wahlberg, founder of Wahlburgers, recently embarked on a trip with Mark and Digger to explore the Sugarlands distillery and dip his toes in the world of moonshining. As a result of this trip, Chef Paul created the 'Apple Rye BBQ Pork [Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smorange-dreamsicle-shake),' featuring Mark & Digger's 'Apple Moonshine' unaged rye. Each order of these sliders comprises a trio of delectable components: first, slow-smoked pulled pork, painstakingly prepared to achieve maximum tenderness and flavor. Secondly, a proprietary house-made Apple Rye BBQ sauce infuses the meat with a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy notes. Finally, a freshly prepared coleslaw acts as a palate cleanser along with a stack of onion rings. Image Credit: Sugarlands Distilling Co., Wahlburgers ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 17% - 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 - **Distillery-backed QSR Items:** Collaborations between distilleries and quick-service restaurants result in unique menu items infused with specialty spirits. - **Moonshine-infused BBQ Sliders:** BBQ sliders featuring moonshine-infused ingredients offer a flavorful twist on a classic dish. - **Gourmet Burger Restaurant Partnerships:** Gourmet burger restaurants team up with distilleries to create innovative and enticing menu options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Distillery:** Distilleries can explore collaborations with quick-service restaurants to offer unique and flavor-infused products. - **Quick-service Restaurants (QSR):** Quick-service restaurants can partner with distilleries to introduce innovative menu items that differentiate their offerings. - **Gourmet Burger Restaurants:** Gourmet burger restaurants can leverage partnerships with distilleries to create new and exciting flavor profiles in their menu items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Boozy Pork Rib Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-bbq-sliders.md) - [Whisky-Infused Fast Food Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whisky-river-backyard-bbq.md) - [Artisan-Quality QSR Sliders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-castle-1921.md) - [Triple-Serving Sandwich Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wahlburgers-triple-threat-flight.md) - [Pepperoni-Packed Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepperoni-smash.md) - [Burger-Infused Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-infused-cocktail.md) - [Premium Slider Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdcall.md) - [Collaboration Bourbon Wing Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulleit-bourbon-bbq-sauce.md) - [Miniature Spicy Slider Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daves-hot-chicken-mini-sliders.md)