Savor the Season: Football Burger Week at Twenty6

Posted on 11th September, 2024

Football Burger Week at Twenty6: A Flavorful Touchdown Lineup

Football season has arrived, and so has the ultimate lineup of gourmet burgers at Twenty6! Each week, we’re serving up a new burger creation for just $26, paired with a side of tots or fries, perfect for game-day celebrations. But why stop there? For just $33, you can elevate your meal with a drink that’s just as exciting. Choose from a perfectly paired beer or a glass of Four Roses Bourbon to complete your burger experience.

Why Four Roses Bourbon? Its smooth, balanced flavor—with notes of caramel, vanilla, and a touch of spice—makes it the perfect companion for any of our burger creations. Whether you’re digging into a spicy, fiery burger or something sweet and savory, the bourbon’s versatile profile enhances every bite. It complements rich ingredients like bacon and cheddar, balances out heat from jalapeños, and plays beautifully with sweeter elements like BBQ sauce and pineapple.

If beer’s more your style, don’t worry—we’ve carefully selected a beer pairing for each burger to make sure every bite is spot-on

Week 1: Nacho Burger

Kick off the season with our Nacho Burger, featuring a brioche bun, beef patties, slices of avocado, pico de gallo, cheddar cheese slices, jalapeños, and tortilla chips.

  • Beer Pairing: Pacifico Mexican Pilsner or Modelo Especial
    • The crisp, refreshing profile of these Mexican lagers pairs well with the heat of jalapeños and the fresh avocado and pico de gallo.

Week 2: Smash Burger

Get your grill on with the Smash Burger, which includes jalapeños, grilled onions, American cheese, secret sauce (ketchup, mayo, Worcestershire sauce, spices), a brioche bun, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: 805 by Firestone Walker
    • The smooth, malty sweetness of 805 balances out the savory grilled onions and rich secret sauce.

Week 3: Fire Burger

Turn up the heat with our Fire Burger, offering a beef patty, pepper jack cheese, grilled jalapeños, chipotle aioli, lettuce, tomato, onion, and bacon.

  • Beer Pairing: Stone IPA
    • The bold hoppy bitterness of the IPA complements the spicy elements of grilled jalapeños and chipotle aioli.

Week 4: Teriyaki Pineapple Burger

Savor the sweetness of our Teriyaki Pineapple Burger, featuring grilled pineapple, a brioche bun, onion ring, pepper jack cheese, BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: Blue Moon Belgian-Style Wheat Ale
    • The citrusy, sweet notes of Blue Moon enhance the pineapple and sweet BBQ sauce.

Week 5: Caribbean Burger

Take a flavorful trip with our Caribbean Burger, which includes smoked pulled pork, melted gouda cheese, house-smoked pineapple sauce, and cilantro slaw.

  • Beer Pairing: Haboob Juicy IPA
    • The tropical fruit notes of this juicy IPA perfectly complement the pulled pork and pineapple sauce.

Week 6: Spicy Korean Fried Chicken

Experience bold flavors with the Spicy Korean Grill Chicken, featuring Korean BBQ sauce, avocado spread, kimchi, a brioche bun, sesame seed slaw, scallion, and fried chicken.

  • Beer Pairing: Scrimshaw Pilsner
    • The clean, crisp flavor of Scrimshaw Pilsner cuts through the richness of the Korean BBQ sauce and kimchi.

Week 7: Pastrami Tsunami Burger

Dive into our Pastrami Tsunami Burger, which includes beef patties, pastrami, sautéed onions, bacon, Swiss cheese, sweet & spicy mustard, and lettuce.

  • Beer Pairing: Fat Tire Amber Ale
    • Why: The malty, slightly sweet character of Fat Tire pairs well with the savory pastrami and bacon.

Week 8: Pizza Burger

Indulge in a fusion favorite with the Pizza Burger, featuring a juicy beef patty, sausage patty, pepperoni, mozzarella, Parmesan, marinara sauce, and a brioche bun.

  • Beer Pairing: Stella Artois Belgian Pilsner
    • The clean, slightly bitter taste of Stella contrasts nicely with the rich marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Week 9: Chipotle Ortega Burger

Enjoy the smoky flavor of the Chipotle Ortega Burger, which includes grilled Ortega pepper, pepper jack cheese, pickled red onion, a brioche bun, chipotle aioli, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: Stone IPA
    • The bold, bitter hop profile complements the smoky, spicy flavors of the chipotle and Ortega pepper.

Week 10: Patty Melt Burger

Celebrate with our Patty Melt Burger, featuring beef patties, grilled onions, sourdough bread, cheddar cheese, and 1000 island dressing.

  • Beer Pairing: Michelob Ultra
    • The light, crisp taste of Michelob Ultra complements the buttery richness of the grilled onions and sourdough bread.

Week 11: Chili Burger

Warm up with the hearty Chili Burger, which includes homemade spicy chili, American cheese, crispy lettuce, grilled jalapeños, tomato, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: Scrimshaw Pilsner
    • The crisp, refreshing Pilsner cuts through the hearty spiciness of the chili and grilled jalapeños.

Week 12: Double Bacon Cheeseburger

Current Burger of the Week

Go big with our Double Bacon Cheeseburger, featuring Canadian bacon, applewood bacon, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, onion spread, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: Fat Tire Amber Ale
    • The smooth maltiness balances the rich bacon and cheddar cheese.

Week 13: Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger

Enjoy comfort food with the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger, which includes a brioche bun, avocado, coleslaw, bacon, chipotle aioli, and fried chicken.

  • Beer Pairing: Blue Moon Belgian-Style Wheat Ale
    • The slight sweetness and citrus notes enhance the crispy fried chicken and chipotle aioli.

Week 14: Gochujang Burger Sliders

Taste the heat with our Gochujang Burger Sliders, featuring Hawaiian rolls, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar cheese, kimchi, crispy shallots, gochujang sauce, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: Haboob Juicy IPA
    • The fruity IPA enhances the spicy and sweet flavors of the gochujang sauce and kimchi.

Week 15: Mushroom Burger

Delight in our Mushroom Burger, which includes a brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, onion, Swiss cheese, portobello mushroom, and pesto aioli.

  • Beer Pairing: Fat Tire Amber Ale
    • The malty richness of the ale complements the earthy flavors of the mushrooms and Swiss cheese.

Week 16: Breakfast Burger

Start your day right with our Breakfast Burger, featuring beef patties, lettuce, tomato, onion, egg, bacon, cheddar cheese, and a brioche bun.

  • Beer Pairing: 805 by Firestone Walker
    • The smooth malt profile pairs well with the richness of the egg, bacon, and cheddar.

Week 17: Avocado Burger

Enjoy a fresh twist with the Avocado Burger, which includes chili jalapeños, avocado, queso fresco, crema, pickled red onion, a brioche bun, and beef patties.

  • Beer Pairing: Pacifico Mexican Pilsner
    • The light, crisp flavor of Pacifico complements the fresh avocado, jalapeños, and queso fresco.

Week 18: Chicken Parm Burger

Savor Italian flavors with the Chicken Parm Burger, featuring mozzarella cheese, ciabatta bun, basil, chicken parmesan, and marinara sauce.

  • Beer Pairing: Stella Artois Belgian Pilsner
    • The clean, crisp taste contrasts nicely with the richness of mozzarella and marinara sauce.

Week 19: Mushroom Swiss Burger

End the season with the Mushroom Swiss Burger, which includes caramelized onion, tomato, crispy lettuce, garlic aioli, Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms, beef patties, and a brioche bun.

  • Beer Pairing: Fat Tire Amber Ale
    • The malty sweetness of Fat Tire pairs well with the earthy mushrooms and creamy Swiss cheese.