Smoke, Strings & Spirits featuring J. Rieger & Co. and music by Hardscrabble
Ease into fall with an afternoon of Kansas City barbecue, exceptional whiskey and live bluegrass on the patio at Rye Leawood. Join us Thursday, September 17th, for a laid-back celebration of great food, great drinks and even better company in the heart of Kansas City.
Begin with a welcome cocktail and the sounds of live bluegrass from Kansas City’s own Hardscrabble Band before gathering around the table for a family-style barbecue feast from Chef Ryan Williams. Enjoy smoked favorites, seasonal sides & all the classic fixings, served the way barbecue is meant to- shared with friends.
During the intermission, Peter Rediel of J. Rieger & Co. will guide guests through a curated whiskey tasting, offering insight into the craft, history and flavors behind each pour. It’s the perfect way to toast the changing season and experience the best of Kansas City’s food and whiskey culture.
Experience Includes
• Welcome Cocktail: Missouri Peach Smash (1 per guest)
• Guided Whiskey Tasting: J. Rieger & Co. flight
• Live Bluegrass Performance by Hardscrabble
• Family-style Barbecue Dinner
Menu Highlights
• Smoked Cheddar Gougères, Hoe Cakes & Charred Eggplant Dip
• Cheddar Bay Biscuits
• Kansas City Coleslaw
• Grilled Broccoli & Squash Salad with Ginger Slaw Dressing
• Smoked Street Corn with BBQ Butter
• Anson Mills Field Peas with Bourbon, Bacon & Brown Sugar
• BBQ Platter: Whole Smoked Chicken, Pork Spare Ribs, Jalapeño Sausage & Pork Belly Burnt Ends
• Bourbon Pecan Pie Bars & Missouri Peach Tartlets
Optional Add-On: Rieger Amaro Affogato | +$15
The ticket price includes the entire menu, one welcome cocktail, whiskey flight & non-alcoholic beverages. All bar beverages beyond that are a cash bar. Sales tax and service fee are not included in the ticket price. Due to the nature of this menu, there are no substitutions. This is a rain-or-shine event.
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Party size
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