Wellington brewmasters Panhead Custom Ales are bringing their impressive range to the waterfront this summer with a pop-up bound to generate serious excitement amongst Auckland beer lovers.

Formerly a nightclub, the space has been stripped back and customised from the ground-up with a pool table, games and most importantly a 14-strong tap system pouring specialty beers.

Known for their inventiveness and a willingness to try anything in the name of flavour, many of Panhead’s more exciting one-offs haven’t made it this far north until now.

The pop-up bar gives Aucklanders a chance to enjoy the proper Panhead experience. “Now that our pilot plant’s cranking out a different beer every week you’ll see a steady stream of the weird, wonderful and intense on tap,” says head brewer Mike Neilsen.

Keen to open people's minds about what beer can be, there's  a beer cocktail list too, along with burgers, brisket, and pecans roasted in bacon lard. “Think low and slow, American pig-out food".

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