“Cicada-Infused Malört?” One suburban brewery is going all-in on the Chicago cicada craze.
"Prepare yourself for a once-in-a-lifetime experience" Noon Whistle Brewing in Lombard posted on Instagram."We're thrilled to unveil our elusive locally harvested Cicada-Infused Malört Lombard Brewpub!According to the Instagram post, cicadas have a"lobster-like flavor sensation." Customers can also add their own cicada husks for"extra flavor."
The post noted that eating cicadas is safe, nutritious and packed with protein, but advised customers with shellfish allergies to stay away. Cicadas are also safe for dogs to eat, experts say. According to Allen Lawrence, associate curator of entomology at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, cicadas will likely be viewed as a tasty treat to many animals.
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