Gourmet Hot Dogs. Craft Cocktails. Stories Worth Savoring.
Buffalo-based tasting experiences. Ships nationwide.
Not a Hot Dog Stand.
A Tasting Experience.
Think wine and cheese, but for gourmet franks and craft cocktails. Three rounds. Three builds. Three pairings. Franklin guides you through every backstory.
A Gourmet Frank
Every frank is a handcrafted creation with premium toppings, artisan condiments, and unexpected flavor pairings. No ketchup and mustard here.
A Craft Cocktail
Each frank is matched with a cocktail designed to complement its flavors. Same melody, different lyrics. The pairing is the point.
Guided by Franklin
Every build has a name, an origin, and a story. Franklin walks you through the tasting notes, the inspiration, and the trouble he got into finding it.
Every Experience
Upcoming Events
Franks & Dranks is best experienced in person. Small groups, big flavors, and the kind of night you actually remember.

Cheektowaga Country Club
An evening of curated franks, craft cocktails, and stories only Franklin can tell.
Limited seating available
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CommunityFire Department Appreciation
Thank a Hero
Franklin showed up to honor the brave. Three rounds of builds and cocktails for local fire departments -- because heroes deserve gourmet too.
Buffalo, NY
Hosting Something Special?
We take on a limited number of private tastings each year. If you're planning an event that feels right for Franklin, reach out and let's talk.
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"Restaurant quality at home. I wasn't sure what to expect, but the Founders Box completely blew me away. We made it for a small group and everyone was obsessed."
— Mark S.
"Really great recipes with interesting flavors and fresh delicious ingredients. Perfect for a game night or getting together with some friends. Would recommend and will buy again!"
— Brenden C.
"A great addition to elevate your bills tailgate! Take a break from boring food and bring a box that your friends will rave about!"
— Jillian S., Buffalo NY
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Franks & Dranks has been featured in Buffalo's top food and business media.
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Franklin's Favorites
Franklin is in the kitchen.
He's experimenting with new builds, testing flavor combinations, and perfecting every detail. Join the waitlist to be the first to know when he's ready.
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What We Use
When it matters, we work with the best.
Smith's Provisions
Perfection in every bite
A 4th generation family-owned meat supplier in Erie, PA. Authentic recipes, premium cuts, naturally smoked over fresh cut hardwoods. No artificial flavors, no MSG, gluten free.
Visit SiteTerrapin Ridge Farms
Extraordinary food experiences
Creating unique flavors that consumers crave. With a passion for innovative flavors and commitment to quality, they inspire menus and crave-worthy experiences.
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Franklin von Drank is our Chief Tasting Officer — a retro-styled hot dog with a fedora, bowtie, and a taste for the finer things. He's the life of the party, the keeper of the recipes, and the voice behind everything we do.
Think wine and cheese, but for gourmet franks and craft cocktails. We host intimate pop-up tasting events and ship curated tasting boxes nationwide. Three rounds, three builds, three pairings — each with a story Franklin probably shouldn't tell, but does anyway.
Everything you need for 3 tasting rounds for 4 people: 12 premium franks, 12 artisan buns, gourmet toppings, craft condiments, and cocktail mixers. You bring the booze and the guests. Ships cold-packed nationwide.
We don't ship booze — just the mixers and everything else. You'll need to grab spirits locally, but we'll tell you exactly what to get. It's usually the fun part.
Email us at info@franksanddranks.com with your date, headcount, and vision. Franklin takes on a limited number of private tastings each year — usually intimate gatherings that deserve a good story.
We're based in Buffalo, NY. Our pop-up events happen across Western New York, but we ship the Founders Box experience nationwide.
Still have questions?
info@franksanddranks.com