Full credit for this post goes to KC Beer Blog, which broke the wonderful news that Boulevard is releasing its American lager called Boulevard Pilsner all around the city.They couldn't have picked a better week for it, either. American lager is the classic hot-weather beer and Boulevard's version uses all malt -- unlike Budweiser, Miller, Coors or many other big-brewery lagers, which use up to two-thirds rice (it's cheaper but less flavorful). While Boulevard has released German and Munich-style
Over the next few weeks, there are plenty of opportunities to dip your toe into a bit of booze. It's short notice, but worth re-arranging your schedule for a scotch tasting tonight at Anthony's Restaurant & Lounge. The Balvenie and Glenfiddich tasting begins at 6 p.m. and costs $30 to sample five different malts. If you can't make it to Anthony's, consider stopping by JP Wine Bar for its Friday night tasting between 6 and 8 p.m. It's free for wine club members and $10 for the