Downtown LA bars are putting on unique twists to the classic Boilermaker shot and a beer combo with creative pairings such as hyper-local, craft IPAs with mezcal, pilsners with Italian liqueur, and more.
It’s believed that Boilermakers were named because the workers who built and maintained steam locomotives in the 1800s would sidle up to the bar for this duo after a long day’s work.
Today, you can find these on-trend Los Angeles restaurants incorporating non-traditional boilermakers on their menus:
Boilermakers at Mi Corazon
Mi Corazon Bar Director Raul Pool includes Mexican-style boilermakers in his bar program, using Mexican beers to pair with mezcal and tequila.
Mexicano Italiano
Ocho Reales Pilsner and a shot of Siete Leguas Tequila with Amaro Di Angostura Bitters.
Whiskey & A Beer
Ocho Reales Red Ale paired with shot of Elijah Craig Bourbon Whiskey.
Or, El Chingón –Villager IPA and Los Javis Joven Mezcal duo, (not shown).
2609 Hyperion Avenue, Silver Lake, mi-corazon.net/silverlake
Boilermaker at Baldoria
Baldoria’s beverage program includes limited-edition cocktails, rotating craft beers, curated glasses of wine, and a large selection of paired shots and beers. Owner David King envisions his boilermakers as a true craft combo with an idiosyncratic twist by using top-shelf spirits on both ends.
Belching Beaver Peanut Butter Milk Stout with a shot of Loft & Bear Vodka
Founders All Day IPA with a shot of Whistle Pig 10yr Rye
Other duos include, Rev Nat’s Hard Cider matched with Diplomatico 4yr Anejo Rum and Founders Scotch Ale matched with Cynar 70 Proof Amaro, (not shown)
243 South San Pedro Street, Downtown Los Angeles; baldoriadtla.com
Boilermakers at Brack Shop Tavern
Bar Director Sean Brown recently debuted a new beverage menu, adding a colorful selection of cocktails, shooters, and boilermakers. These options are proof that the boilermaker trend can still be used for its original purpose – a quick and easy choice for when you just really need a drink.
Have a go at a Fort Point Brewing Westfalia Lager with a shot of Jameson, or perhaps, Stiegl Radler Grapefruit with a shot of Campari or El Silencio Mezcal,.
525 W 7th Street (DTLA), Downtown Los Angeles; brackshoptavern.com
Boilermakers at Sam First
About: Sam First, LA’s new modern jazz bar located walking distance from LAX, offers a happy hour-only boilermaker $10 special. Guests can enjoy “Just A Shot And A Beer!” with the choice of 12oz IPAs, such as Smog City IPA or Mayberry IPA paired with a shot of Evan Williams Bourbon.
6171 West Century Boulevard (Westchester), Los Angeles; samfirstbar.com
Boilermaker at Prank
Prank, DTLA’s walk-up bar from acclaimed barman and owner Dave Whitton, offers a variety of boilermaker combinations including the PBR Tall Boy and a Dickel Rye Whisky Shot. This popular boilermaker is aptly named the ‘All American Truffle Shuffle!’
1100 South Hope Street (DTLA), Downtown Los Angeles; prankbar.com
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