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Southern BBQ-Themed QSR Sandwiches

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Arby’s Bourbon BBQ Sandwiches are Sweet and Savory

— July 31, 2019 — Lifestyle
The Arby’s Bourbon BBQ Sandwiches are being brought back by the QSR brand with a new addition that will offer consumers a different way to enjoy the classic flavor of several Southern-inspired menu items. The lineup now includes the Bourbon BBQ Barrel Stack Sandwich, which is made with a buttermilk chicken fillet that comes topped with smoked brisket, pit-smoked ham, brown sugar bacon, cheddar cheese Kentucky Bourbon BBQ sauce and crispy onions. The menu will also bring back two fan favorites including the Bourbon BBQ Turkey and Bourbon BBQ Brisket sandwiches.

The Arby’s Bourbon BBQ Sandwiches are available now for purchase at participating locations nationwide, but are only around for a short period of time.


Image Credit: Arby’s
Trend Themes
1. Bourbon BBQ Sandwiches - Introducing unique combinations and flavors in barbecue sandwiches can disrupt the QSR industry by appealing to customers seeking new and exciting food experiences.
2. Southern-inspired Menu Items - Incorporating Southern-inspired flavors and ingredients can provide a disruptive advantage for QSR chains by catering to consumers' desire for comfort food with a twist.
3. Limited-time Offer Menu Items - Creating limited-time offers for menu items can drive customer urgency and excitement, presenting a disruptive opportunity for QSR brands to boost sales and customer engagement.
Industry Implications
1. Quick-service Restaurants (QSR) - The QSR industry can capitalize on the trend of experiential dining by introducing unique and diverse flavors to their menus, enhancing customer engagement and driving sales.
2. Barbecue (BBQ) Industry - The BBQ industry can leverage the popularity of Southern-inspired flavors, such as bourbon-infused barbecue, to create innovative products and attract a wider customer base.
3. Limited-time Offer Marketing - The marketing industry can assist QSR brands in developing effective strategies to promote limited-time offer menu items, creating a sense of urgency and boosting customer interest and participation.
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