McDonald's announces major change to its iconic Big Mac burger

By Phoebe Cornish, Senior Lifestyle Reporter

The Double Big Mac has made a triumphant return to UK menus (Image: Dean Edwards @‌deanedwardschef )

McDonald's has 20 burgers on its UK menu, ranging from the limited edition McRib to the longstanding McCrispy and, let's not forget, the Filet O Fish.

But the one that remains the most iconic among every seasonal lineup is the Big Mac - a stacked feast of two 100 percent beef patties, a slice of cheese, lettuce, onion and pickles, plus a generous helping of Big Mac sauce.

The signature creation has been a mainstay of menus worldwide since 1968 and has only improved with age.

In the latest move to update its offering in the UK and Northern Ireland, McDonald's has supersized the Big Mac burger.

Starting from £5.39, fast food fans can get their hands on the Double Big Mac once more - but not for long.

The burger boasts four beef patties (Image: Dean Edwards @‌deanedwardschef )

This fan-favourite burger features double the beef: four 100 percent British and Irish beef patties, double the special Big Mac sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, and onions on a sesame seed bun.

It's made a triumphant return after leaving menus in September following a short stint on the summer menu from July.

But Big Mac fans don't have long to get their hands on the doubled-up delight, as it's only available until November 19.

The iconic burger is already available in participating stores across the UK and is joined by the Double Big Mac with Bacon in selected restaurants.

The burger is McDonald's signature product (Image: Dean Edwards @‌deanedwardschef )

How much is the Double Big Mac?

As for the price, the supersized burger is available for £5.39 or as part of a Double Big Mac Medium Meal for £7.19.

Currently, a normal Big Mac costs £4.99—customers pay just 40p more for two extra beef patties.

The fast-food giant is expected to launch its festive menu on November 20, 2024, just after the Double Big Mac is axed.

However, McDonald's is tempting customers with exciting new additions, including a brand new burger and returning fan favourites—cheese Melt Dippers.