Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBoscos Squared
Memphis, TN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Boscos Squared pairs a serious house-made beer program with a full bar of cocktails, wine, and spirits. The Famous Flaming Stone Steinbier, a Great American Beer Festival medalist, anchors a tap list of Boscos-brewed styles. Cocktails are priced uniformly at $15, with a dedicated non-alcoholic menu. The Beer Police loyalty program rewards regulars.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Famous Flaming Stone Steinbier, a caramel-forward award-winner. For cocktails, the Cooper Street Old Fashioned uses WhistlePig rye and rosemary. The Tiger Tail offers a bourbon-lime twist. Non-alcoholic options include the Blanco Spritz with Ritual tequila alternative.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Beer enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive house-made selection and the Beer Police loyalty program. Bourbon fans will find rare bottles like Blanton's and Weller. Cocktail drinkers have a range of classics and originals, and those avoiding alcohol have creative zero-proof options.
- When should I go?
- Evenings are likely best for the full bar and beer selection. The beer tray, featuring mini 8-ounce pours, is a good way to sample multiple house brews, perhaps as an after-work or weekend outing.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails are $15 each, including non-alcoholic versions. Wine ranges from $9 for house pours to $95 for Veuve Clicquot champagne. Beer and spirits prices are not listed, but the beer tray offers a sampler of house beers.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The brewpub identity is central, with the Famous Flaming Stone Steinbier claiming North America's 'Original Steinbier' title and a Silver Medal from the Great American Beer Festival. The Beer Police loyalty program adds a community element, and the uniform $15 cocktail pricing simplifies choices.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
A balanced menu of 13 cocktails, including classics and house specialties, all at $15. Uses premium spirits like Elijah Craig and Hendrick's. Includes a dedicated non-alcoholic section, but no standout innovation beyond solid execution.
Menu strengths
- — Premium spirits such as WhistlePig and Buffalo Trace in several drinks.
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail menu with Ritual and Lyre's alternatives.
Standout selections
- — Cooper Street Old Fashioned: WhistlePig PiggyBack 6-Year, honey, rosemary.
- — Tiger Tail: Buffalo Trace, allspice dram, fresh lime.
- — Gin Blossom: Hendrick's, St. Germain, grapefruit.
Pricing: All hand-crafted cocktails are priced at $15.
Wine
A broad list covering major regions and styles, with house wines from Silver Gate Vineyards. Offers value at the low end, but the selection is conventional. By-the-glass and bottle options provide flexibility.
Menu strengths
- — Global selection including France, Italy, New Zealand, and California.
- — House wines at an accessible $9 price point.
Standout selections
- — Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label Champagne, $95.
- — Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, $13/$42.; Fleurs de Prairie Rosé, $11/$38.
Pricing: Wine prices range from $9 for house wines to $95 for champagne.
Beer
An exceptional house-made beer program, anchored by the award-winning Famous Flaming Stone Steinbier. Diverse styles from IPA to Oatmeal Stout. The Beer Police loyalty program enhances the experience.
Menu strengths
- — Award-winning beers: Famous Flaming Stone (Silver Medal GABF) and Bombay IPA (Real Ale Festival).
- — Extensive style range, including steinbier, double IPA, and fruit beer.
- — Beer Police loyalty program with discounts and samples.
Standout selections
- — Famous Flaming Stone: Steinbier, caramel character, 4.2% ABV.
- — Bombay IPA: Hoppy amber ale, 6.3% ABV, 54 IBU.
- — Boscos 2400 Double IPA: Double IPA.
Pricing: No beer prices listed on the on-tap menu.
Nonalcoholic
A small but thoughtful non-alcoholic menu with three creative cocktails using Ritual and Lyre's alternatives. Priced the same as the alcoholic cocktails, which is a positive statement of quality.
Menu strengths
- — Uses premium alcohol alternatives like Ritual and Lyre's.
- — Creative flavor combinations like guava and elderflower tonic.
Standout selections
- — Blanco Spritz: Ritual Tequila, cucumber, lemon, tonic.
- — Black Cherry Smash: Ritual Whiskey, black cherries, mint.
- — The Floor is Guava: Ritual Gin, Lyre's Classico, pink guava.
Pricing: All alcohol-free cocktails are priced at $15.
Spirits
An extensive bourbon and rye selection, including rare and allocated bottles like Blanton's, Weller 12y, and E.H. Taylor. No pricing information, but the depth suggests a serious whiskey program.
Menu strengths
- — Rare and allocated bourbons available.; Includes ryes like WhistlePig 6y.
Standout selections
- — Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon.; Weller 12 Year Bourbon.
Pricing: No prices listed for spirits.
How it sits with the food
The beer list, with styles from Hefeweizen to Oatmeal Stout, offers pairing options for a range of dishes. The Bombay IPA's hop character could cut through rich foods, while the Baltic Porter might complement grilled meats. Wine by the glass provides flexibility for varied courses.
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