BUFFALO, NY – August 2025 — What started as three friends throwing over-the-top hot dog and cocktail pairing parties in a backyard has spiraled into something far more ambitious. Enter Franks & Dranks — a gourmet tasting kit that delivers 12 fully loaded hot dogs and 12 perfectly paired craft cocktail mixers straight to your door.
The Founders Box, the brand’s debut release, is now live for preorder and shipping nationwide in limited quantities.
Each box contains a full experience: twelve gourmet hot dogs (three unique builds, four of each) plus twelve thoughtfully paired craft cocktails — alcohol not included, but mixers and recipes are provided. Cold-chain shipping ensures everything arrives fresh and ready to impress.
Franks & Dranks isn’t a novelty — it’s a culinary journey in a box, built by full-time professionals who spent months obsessing over every garnish, mixer, and mustard. “We’re food lovers, cocktail nerds, and suckers for a good theme,” says Andrew Tisser, MD, emergency physician and co-founder. “People kept asking how to get invited to our parties, so we decided to ship the party to them.”
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What’s in the Founders Box?
Round 1
The Lexington Cut: kraut mustard, balsamic onion jam, crispy onions, fresh dill
The Harlem Line: bourbon, cascara vanilla, balsamic onion jam
Round 2
The Devil’s Tail: spiral-cut jalapeño cheddar brat, Thai chili guava jam, roasted garlic aioli, cheddar crisps, fresh chilis
Venom & Velvet: tequila, bourbon, Thai chili guava jam, spiced honey, lime
Round 3
Champagne Blues: champagne garlic honey mustard, blueberry bourbon pecan jam, crushed pretzels, fresh blueberries
Adios, Darling: tequila, sunshine sour, blueberry pecan jam, lemon
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Franks & Dranks is now accepting preorders. Kits begin shipping in September. Each box serves 4 people and is designed to impress at dinner parties, birthdays, anniversaries, or even just a Tuesday night with friends.
The brand is also actively exploring corporate gifting, holiday drops, and influencer collaborations — all with a focus on fun, flavor, and flair.
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About Franks & Dranks
Founded in 2025 by three friends with full-time day jobs and part-time flavor obsessions, Franks & Dranks is a premium, playful tasting kit that pairs gourmet hot dogs with craft cocktail experiences. The brand’s mascot, Franklin von Drank, is a jazz-era hot dog with a bowtie and a bar tab — because life’s too short to eat boring food or drink alone.
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