Pork & Apple Burgers — A Match Made in the Charcoal Section
Juicy, hand-pressed pork patties studded with crisp apple, seasoned with our secret-but-not-really secret spice blends, and grilled until the edges sing. Each burger is handmade at The Butchers @Topsham using heritage pork, grated local apple for a little pop of sweetness, and a custom rub that balances savoury, citrus, and a hint of warm spice. Think: tender pork, bright apple, salty crust, and that little whisper of something smoky that makes you reach for a second napkin — and a second burger.
Why you’ll love it
Boldly flavoured but never fussy: simple ingredients, expertly combined.
Handmade daily: each patty is formed by real hands (and perfected by our spice jars).
Versatile: top with cheddar and mustard for nostalgia, slaw and pickles for crunch, or keep it minimalist and let the pork-apple combo do the talking.
A tasty bite of history The pork-and-apple pairing isn’t a new-fangled food trend — it’s a culinary handshake that goes back centuries. Apples and pork grew up together in the same orchards and farms across Europe, where cooks discovered that the fruit’s sweetness and acidity cut through pork’s richness beautifully. When British and European settlers crossed the ocean, they brought that idea with them; New England orchards and pig farms made the duo a natural fit here, too. We took that old-fashioned chemistry, added our own Topsham twist — custom spice blends inspired by coastal markets and backyard barbecues — and turned it into a burger that tastes like history, but with better buns.
Serving suggestion Grill until the outside is caramelized and the inside is juicy. Serve on a toasted brioche or a sturdy potato roll, garnish with tangy slaw or apple chutney, and pair with thick-cut fries or a crisp cider. Warning: may induce nostalgic sighs and enthusiastic second orders.
Pork & Apple Burgers — A Match Made in the Charcoal Section
Juicy, hand-pressed pork patties studded with crisp apple, seasoned with our secret-but-not-really secret spice blends, and grilled until the edges sing. Each burger is handmade at The Butchers @Topsham using heritage pork, grated local apple for a little pop of sweetness, and a custom rub that balances savoury, citrus, and a hint of warm spice. Think: tender pork, bright apple, salty crust, and that little whisper of something smoky that makes you reach for a second napkin — and a second burger.
Why you’ll love it
Boldly flavoured but never fussy: simple ingredients, expertly combined.
Handmade daily: each patty is formed by real hands (and perfected by our spice jars).
Versatile: top with cheddar and mustard for nostalgia, slaw and pickles for crunch, or keep it minimalist and let the pork-apple combo do the talking.
A tasty bite of history The pork-and-apple pairing isn’t a new-fangled food trend — it’s a culinary handshake that goes back centuries. Apples and pork grew up together in the same orchards and farms across Europe, where cooks discovered that the fruit’s sweetness and acidity cut through pork’s richness beautifully. When British and European settlers crossed the ocean, they brought that idea with them; New England orchards and pig farms made the duo a natural fit here, too. We took that old-fashioned chemistry, added our own Topsham twist — custom spice blends inspired by coastal markets and backyard barbecues — and turned it into a burger that tastes like history, but with better buns.
Serving suggestion Grill until the outside is caramelized and the inside is juicy. Serve on a toasted brioche or a sturdy potato roll, garnish with tangy slaw or apple chutney, and pair with thick-cut fries or a crisp cider. Warning: may induce nostalgic sighs and enthusiastic second orders.
