Burger King Unveils 3 ‘Million Dollar Whopper’ Contest Finalists

Burger King customers who are tired of getting the same old Whopper can take comfort in knowing that the restaurant will be offering three new “Million Dollar Whoppers” beginning in November.

In an official press release announcement, it was revealed that the fast-food chain held its inaugural Million Dollar Whopper Contest in February, inviting Americans to submit the ingredients of their dream Whopper sandwich for a chance to win a $1 million prize and have their creations temporarily sold in restaurants all around the country.

Out of over a million responses, Burger King and its team of flame-grilled experts have now chosen the three finalists. The following are the Million Dollar Whopper sandwiches that made the cut:

• Fried Pickle Ranch Whopper (Created by Fabian of California): A quarter-pound flame-grilled beef patty, topped with pickle ranch, lettuce, fried pickles, bacon, and Swiss cheese, all on a toasted sesame seed bun.
• Maple Bourbon BBQ Whopper (Created by Calvin of California): A quarter-pound flame-grilled beef patty, topped with maple bourbon BBQ sauce, crispy onions and jalapeños, maple bacon seasoning, bacon, and American cheese, all on a toasted sesame seed bun.
• Mexican Street Corn Whopper (Created by Kelsie of Nebraska): A quarter-pound flame-grilled beef patty, topped with street corn spread, lettuce, tomato, Southwest seasoned tortilla crisps, and Mexican spicy queso, all on a toasted sesame seed bun.

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“The Million Dollar Whopper Contest was all about taking ‘Have It Your Way’ to the next level, and we were blown away by the thought and creativity that went into the Whopper creations that were submitted,” said Pat O’Toole, chief marketing officer of Burger King North America, in a statement accompanying the press release. “Selecting just three finalists was no easy task, but we’re confident guests will love these creative delicious takes on the iconic Whopper sandwich, and can’t wait for them to be available in restaurants this fall.”

More details on how customers can choose the Million Dollar Whopper winner will be made available in mid-November.

Major Changes Are Coming to Burger King

The Million Dollar Whopper contest is just the latest of major changes that are coming to the fast-food giant.

Back in July, other major changes were announced including the so-called “Reclaim the Flame” campaign. The famous Whopper with new taste variations and premium branding is emphasized heavily in the marketing. The restaurant is also looking for enthusiasts to assist in designing its new Whopper creation, which will be unveiled this year.

As part of its “Reclaim the Flame” campaign, Burger King invested $250 million to update its restaurants with new cooking appliances, cutting-edge technology, and a more modern aesthetic — all while paying homage to the Whopper. The company said in April 2024 that it will increase the budget for store renovations by $300 million.