Boulevard 80 Acre 6Pk

Boulevard 80-Acre Hoppy Wheat Beer 6-Pack is a 5.5% ABV American wheat beer from Boulevard Brewing Company in Kansas City, Missouri, sold in a six-pack of 12 oz bottles. This hybrid expression fuses wheat beer softness with IPA-inspired hop character, earning a 3.6 out of 5 rating on Untappd across more than 68,000 reviews — a testament to its broad, lasting appeal.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5.5%  |  IBU: 20  |  Origin: Kansas City, Missouri  |  Style: Hoppy Wheat Beer  |  Brewery: Boulevard Brewing Company

Production & Heritage

Boulevard Brewing Company, founded in 1989, has grown into one of the largest specialty brewers in the Midwest. The 80-Acre is built on a grain bill of 62.4% pale malt, 17.7% wheat, and 19.9% malted wheat, then given a decidedly hop-forward treatment that bridges the gap between a classic American wheat and a session IPA. Unlike Boulevard's flagship Unfiltered Wheat Beer, the 80-Acre undergoes filtration, yielding a notably clear pour that sets it apart visually and texturally from its stablemate.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Wheaty malt sweetness leads, followed by waves of tropical fruit — mango and citrus peel — layered over piney, lightly resinous hops. A subtle lemon-grapefruit brightness lifts the nose as the beer warms.

Taste: The entry is soft and slightly sweet, with tropical citrus and lemon arriving first on the palate. Mid-palate transitions into bready wheat and pale malt, accented by earthy, herbal hop notes. The peak brings a moderate bitterness that balances the malt sweetness without overwhelming it, supported by a medium body and smooth carbonation.

Finish: Clean and refreshing, with lingering grapefruit and lemon zest intertwined with a gentle wheat character. The piney hop bitterness recedes gradually, leaving a crisp, dry close that invites another sip.

How to Drink 80-Acre

Serve chilled at 40–45°F in a pint glass or weizen glass to let the hop aromatics open up. Its moderate bitterness and wheat-forward body also make it a versatile base in beer cocktails. A Radler — mixed half-and-half with fresh lemonade — plays up the citrus notes already present. A Shandy variation with grapefruit soda amplifies the tropical character. For something unexpected, try a Michelada; the wheaty smoothness and hop bitterness hold up well against lime, hot sauce, and tomato juice.

Best For

• Backyard grilling sessions where you need a beer that matches smoked meats and sunshine
• Introducing hop-curious friends to bitterness without the intensity of a full IPA
• Stocking a cooler for a day on the water or tailgating at Arrowhead Stadium
• Pairing with casual weeknight dinners that call for something more interesting than a standard lager

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 80-Acre taste like? Boulevard 80-Acre delivers tropical citrus and lemon up front, transitions into bready wheat malt, and finishes with earthy, piney hop bitterness and a crisp, refreshing close. It drinks lighter than a typical IPA but hoppier than a standard wheat beer.

How does 80-Acre compare to Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat? Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat is hazy with residual yeast and a softer, more bread-forward profile, while 80-Acre is filtered for clarity and carries noticeably more hop bitterness and tropical fruit character. Both share Boulevard's wheat-forward DNA, but 80-Acre leans toward hop lovers.

Is 80-Acre good for craft beer beginners? Yes — at 5.5% ABV and just 20 IBU, it sits in an approachable range that introduces hop character without the aggressive bitterness of a West Coast IPA, making it a comfortable stepping stone into hoppier styles.

Where is 80-Acre made? Boulevard 80-Acre is brewed at Boulevard Brewing Company in Kansas City, Missouri, one of the largest and most established craft breweries in the Midwest.

What foods pair well with 80-Acre? Grilled chicken or fish tacos complement the citrus hop notes. A garden salad with citrus vinaigrette mirrors the beer's lemon-grapefruit qualities. Pulled pork benefits from the wheat malt sweetness as a counterpoint to smoky sauce. Soft pretzels with spicy mustard echo the bready malt backbone. Light Asian dishes like summer rolls work well with the beer's herbal, earthy undertones.

What sizes does 80-Acre come in? The 80-Acre is commonly available in a six-pack of 12 oz bottles, which is the standard retail format for this expression.

Is 80-Acre worth the price? Boulevard 80-Acre sits in the everyday craft beer tier, priced competitively with other six-packs from regional craft breweries. Its unique wheat-meets-IPA profile delivers more complexity than most beers at this price point.

Why 80-Acre?

When Boulevard blended wheat beer and IPA sensibilities into a single pour, they helped pioneer the hoppy wheat category before it had a name. The filtered clarity and balanced 20 IBU bitterness distinguish it from the hazy wheat ales that dominate the Midwest craft scene. With over 68,000 Untappd ratings confirming its consistency and drinkability, the 80-Acre has earned its reputation as a reliable bridge between easy-drinking wheat beers and hop-driven styles. It remains one of the more thoughtful everyday craft offerings from a brewery with more than three decades of Kansas City brewing heritage.