Derby Burger® Challenge
VOTING FOR 2026 IS NOW CLOSED.
Check back soon to find out who will be named the 2026 Derby Burger Champion!
Congrats to the 2025 Derby Burger Champion!
Congratulations to Ira Mowman of Louisville, winner of the 2025 Derby Burger Challenge, sponsored 80 Acres Farms, Dan-O’s Seasoning, Kentucky Beef Council and Kroger.
The third time was the charm for Ira, who was also a finalist in the 2023 and 2024 competitions.
Ira’s Kentucky Fiesta Cheese Burger is stacked with Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground Beef, pico, avocado spread, chihuahua cheese, romaine blend, Dan-O’s chipotle seasoning, rosemary and sea salt.
