Aroma
Light cracker malt, faint floral hop, a whisper of corn sweetness.
Border Brewing Co. · Year-round Flagship
Backyard Lager
Easy. Clean.
4.4% ABV 18 IBU American-style Lager
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About the Beer
What's in the can.
Backyard Lager is what we crack open when the grill is going, the music is on, and the weekend is still ahead. It is a clean, American-style lager with a soft malt body, gentle bitterness, and a bone-dry finish that begs for a second sip.
Brewed cold and conditioned long, every batch is built around clarity, balance, and drinkability. No tricks, no novelty hops, no heavy finish — just a properly made lager that respects the style and rewards the drinker.
It is the most ordered pour at the taproom for a reason. If you have not had a great lager in a while, this is where to start.
Tasting Notes
How it actually tastes.
From first sniff to last sip.
Flavor
Clean grain bill up front, balanced bitterness through the middle, smooth and quenching.
Finish
Crisp and dry. Disappears fast — in a good way.
Food Pairings
What to eat with it.
A few suggestions from the taproom regulars.
- Anything off the grill
- Hot wings and a basket of fries
- A KC strip and salty sides
- Honestly? A slice of pizza after work
In the Wild
From the photoshoot.
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Come Visit
Pull up a stool.
We're easy to find — corner of 18th & Locust, in the heart of the Crossroads.
Address
512 E 18th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
Hours
- Mon – Thu4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Fri – Sat12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Sun12:00 PM – 8:00 PM