Burger King Fans Outraged: $13 Purple Whopper Sparks Backlash After Free Promise
According to The Sun, Burger King has recently encountered a wave of customer complaints regarding its new menu offerings launched this week. On October 10, the fast-food giant introduced a spooky-themed menu inspired by characters from The Addams Family, quickly grabbing customers’ attention.
Spooky-Themed Menu Items
The new menu includes:
- Gomez’s Churro Fries
- Morticia’s Kooky Chocolate Shake
- Thing’s Rings
- Wednesday’s Whopper
Zahra Nurani, Vice President of Marketing Communications at Burger King, expressed excitement about the collaboration, stating that guests would be in for a “nice surprise” through the partnership.
Controversy Over Free Wednesday Whopper
One of the highlights of the promotion was a free Wednesday Whopper offered to customers on October 17. This unique burger features a striking purple potato bun topped with black sesame seeds and is filled with a beef patty, lettuce, tomatoes, Swiss cheese, mayo, ketchup, pickles, and onions.
Many customers rushed to their local Burger King to claim their free Whopper; however, complaints arose when some were charged instead. TikToker Blessedbyboosie (@blessedbyboosie) shared her experience in a recent video, revealing her receipt showed a total of $13.98 for the Wednesday Whopper, medium fries, and a medium soft drink.
The Catch: Royal Perks Membership Required
The confusion stems from the fact that the free Wednesday Whopper is exclusively available to Royal Perks rewards members of Burger King. Moreover, customers must order the special burger through the Burger King mobile app rather than in person at the restaurant.
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This promotion is part of a broader campaign featuring The Addams Family menu running from October 10 to November 10.
How to Participate in Future Deals
Customers interested in benefiting from future promotions are encouraged to download the Burger King mobile app and sign up for Royal Perks to avoid missing out on money-saving opportunities.
While the exact price of the Wednesday Whopper is unclear, single-patty Whoppers typically retail for around $7.89, varying by location.
Other Recent Promotions
In addition to the Addams Family menu, Burger King recently made headlines with its “Big Dip” tub of ranch dressing, offered for free with any Whopper purchase. Additionally, a recent coupon revealed that prices for a popular meal deal had increased by $6 over the past two years.
