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Boulevard Pale Ale

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Caramel malts bring a rich flavor and amber color, while liberal Cascade hops add zest and aroma. Boulevard calls it smooth, fruity and well balanced, a beer with year-round appeal. It is the first beer the brewery ever brewed and still a perennial favorite in Kansas City. American Pale Ale, 5.4% ABV, 30 IBU. Boulevard files it under NA IPA.

ABV
5.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelfruityhoppy
caramel
fruity
hoppy
citrusy
floral
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with classic Cascade hop character—citrus zest and floral notes dominate the bouquet.
also:malty
not found:juicy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Boulevard Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

This pale ale presents a bright amber hue with good clarity and a moderate, persistent white head. The carbonation is visible and lively, producing fine bubbles that create a pleasant visual effervescence typical of the American pale ale style.

bright ambercleargood head retentionlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with classic Cascade hop character—citrus zest and floral notes dominate the bouquet. Beneath the hop aromatics lie subtle caramel and bready malt undertones that provide backbone without overwhelming the brighter hop expression.

Cascade citrusfloral hopscaramel maltclean

◐ Taste

The palate delivers a clean, crisp entry with balanced malt sweetness from caramel character and moderate Cascade hop bitterness. Mid-palate maintains the citrus and light fruit notes, while the finish remains refreshing and dry, with hop bitterness lingering without harshness.

hop-forwardcitrus bitebalanced malt sweetnessdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately short, with fading citrus notes and a mild bitter dryness. The aftertaste remains crisp and refreshing without residual heaviness.

drycrisp aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
78
Finish
76
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

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