Beer Buzz: New Orleans Nights at the Kitchen
by Rita Kohn
New Orleans Nights
Sun King is partnering with The Jazz Kitchen for a summer of brew specials, billed as New Orleans Nights, every Tuesday on the restaurant's patio. NUVO was there recently to enjoy a sumptuous serving of Louisiana Shrimp Boil, which perfectly pairs with Sun King Osiris Pale Ale. Sunlight Cream Ale is pleasing alone or with an appetizer, accompanied by live music from the band of the evening. Wee Mac Scottish Ale is a lovely companion with any of Jazz Kitchen's desserts. From start to finish, Jazz Kitchen's crafted food is one of Indy's best-kept secrets. Fresh meat from neighbor Kincaid's and seasonal ingredients, along with an artistic plate presentation, make each dish pleasurable to behold and consume. Being in the midst of a vibrant evening scene at the corner of 54th Street and College Avenue is a treat. The wait staff proves itself knowledgeable about craft brew and food pairings. The only aspect for improvement is for Jazz Kitchen to set up a system to recycle bottles and cans. More information at 253-4900 or jazzkitchen.com.
Beerfest!
15 Indiana craft brewers were upfront and personal at Tomlinson Tap Room on May 16 for the Indianapolis Monthly Beerfest. Sun King showcased the resealable Alumi-Tek bottles containing their superbly spiced and herbed collaboration, Sun King/Oskar Blues Chaka Belgian Style Ale. Beer Buzz arrived with only an hour 'til closing, so I made the rounds quickly, equally savoring Bloomington Brewing's smooth and buttery Ruby Bloom, Black Swan's multi-layered lemony Hefeweizen, People's palate cleansing English IPS, The Ram's early version Barleywine, Oaken Barrel's big American Wheat, Fountain Square's nicely balanced White Out Oatmeal Stout and Flat12's zesty Pepper Beer. Also present and sharing were Barley Island, Bier, Three Pints, Thr3e Wise Men, Triton and Upland. We'll catch them soon.
Upcoming
May 23
Tomlinson Tap Room, Tappings & Tastings, 6-8 p.m., $20.
May 24
Flat12 with Smoking Goose Brewer-Butcher Tour on Dorman Street, begin 6:15 p.m. at Flat 12; $65 includes food, brews and tours, tickets at 638-6328.
May 26
Illiana Mayfest, at Lake County Fairgrounds hosted by Crown Brewing, 889 S. Court St. Crown Point. VIP, 1-6 p.m., $45; general admission, 2-6 p.m., $30.
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