Everyone knows the classic Big Mac. McDonald’s themselves describe it as, “A double layer of sear-sizzled 100% pure beef mingled with special sauce on a sesame seed bun and topped with melty American cheese, crisp lettuce, minced onions and tangy pickles.”
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What people don’t really know is that you can get this burger without the middle bun, because what difference does that make anyway, for way less than half the cost.
A random Reddit user realized that the Big Mac and the McDouble are essentially the same product except that the McDouble has no middle bun, uses a different sauce, and doesn’t come with lettuce. How do we eliminate these differences? Simple.
When ordering a McDouble, make sure to ask for the Big Mac Sauce™ instead (of the usual ketchup/mustard combo), and ask for lettuce. Don’t forget to add a bright smile and appreciative thank you. A smile and a little kindness never hurt anyone.
According to Thrillist, this McDouble combination weighs seven grams more than the original Big Mac. The cost difference is $3.31, with the McDouble coming in at $1.92 (10 extra cents for lettuce) and the Big Mac coming in at $5.23. This was purchased in New York so the price at your location may vary but you will be still saving Big Bucks.