Panhead The Vandal

My last beer was one that harkens back to more traditional brewing flavours. Today's beer is all about what is current in NZ brewing. This one's from a brewery that is so new they haven't even got their website up and running yet. Panhead Custom Ales is all about up and running with their hot rod themed brews. Just what you would expect from another Upper Hutt brewery. These guys are totally inspired by the American market and that means HOPS! The Vandal (named after a famous NZ hot rod) pushes that as far as it can go. It's hops or bust on this one. The taste is strong. It is so bitter it is almost like drinking smoke. I have heard other people say that it has a fruity taste due to the fresh hops. It does have three types of hops in there. I didn't really get the fruit flavour, but if you are into strong hop flavours in your beers then take the Vandal for a drive. It's only limited release so you may have already missed it as it sped past...