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Southwest BLVD

Boulevard Brewing Company
United States·Fruit Lager
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Soft cracker malt is held aloft by bright notes of lime, with a squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt sharpening the sip. A crisp, balanced lager with salt and lime, named as an homage to the brewery's address on Southwest Boulevard. Boulevard pairs it with food trucks, dance clubs and late-night barbacoa. 4.5% ABV, 14 IBU.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Mild14 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusysaltyclean
citrusy
salty
clean
malty
fruity
Aroma
Bright lime and citrus notes dominate the nose, backed by soft, grainy cracker-malt undertones.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Southwest BLVD

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and bright, effervescent carbonation. The head forms quickly but settles to a thin, delicate foam with modest lacing. The beer presents a clean, inviting visual profile characteristic of a well-crafted lager.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonationdelicate head

◌ Aroma

Bright lime and citrus notes dominate the nose, backed by soft, grainy cracker-malt undertones. A subtle salinity adds complexity without overwhelming the composition. The aroma is clean and refreshing, with minimal yeast character—allowing the fruit and grain to speak clearly.

lime citruscracker maltsubtle saltclean lager nose

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp citrus and lime, supported by a light, biscuity malt foundation. Salt and acidity sharpen the mid-palate, creating a brisk, balanced sensation that keeps the beer lively rather than sweet. Bitterness is restrained at 14 IBU, allowing refreshment to take precedence over complexity.

lime forwardcrisp aciditylight malt bodysaline mineral edge

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and short, with lime and salt notes lingering briefly on the palate. No heavy residue or cloying sweetness remains—just an inviting dryness that invites another sip.

dry finishlime persistent
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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Food Pairing

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