Running on Empty Food Review: Sonic Smasher

Introduction

• Host: The Report of the Week
• Focus: Review of Sonic's new burger, the Sonic Smasher
• Description: Advertised as an "elevated burger experience"

Overview of the Sonic Smasher

• Composition:
  • Two Angus beef patties, smashed and seasoned
  • Smasher sauce, American cheese, pickles, and onions
• Price Range: $6 - $10 (Paid $10 for the review)
• Promotional Claim: Better than typical Sonic burgers

Unique Selling Point

• The burger is "smashed" to enhance flavor and texture
• Sonic aiming to compete with major burger chains

Review Experience

• Description of the burger:
  • Smashed patties are thinner but flavorful
  • Appears to have a decent meat-to-bun ratio
• Quality of beef: Juicy, tender, and seasoned
• Topping Distribution:
  • Heavy on pickles (at least 5 on the burger)
  • Tangy notes from pickles and sauce
  • Sharpness from onions

Tasting Notes

• Overall taste:
  • Good flavor and moistness from the beef
  • Tangy balance from sauce and pickles offsets saltiness
• Comparison with other burger chains:
  • Not as good as Five Guys or In-N-Out, but better than McDonald's
  • Quality is acceptable for a fast-food burger

Pricing Concerns

• Overpriced at $10; $6 might be more reasonable

Final Thoughts

• Overall Rating: 8 out of 10
• Good quality for a fast-food burger
• Not gourmet, but enjoyable for what it is
• Recommendation: Try it if interested

Conclusion

• Host thanks viewers and signs off.