Beer Zombies Hops from Above and Zombie HWhip 

Beer Zombies - Hops From Above 2023: This New England-style double IPA has a hazy orange appearance, with a large, frothy white head that lasts for several minutes. The color is deep and rich, and the haze is a characteristic of the style. Upon pouring into my glass, the beer's fresh and fruity aroma stands out. It boasts a bouquet of citrus and tropical fruit, including notes of orange, tangerine and passionfruit. Notes of pine and resin are noticeable, adding depth and complexity to the overall fragrance of the beer. The hop aroma is well-balanced with the sweet and fruity notes, making for a harmonious and enjoyable aroma experience.

The palate of Hops From Above is characterized by juicy, tropical notes of passion fruit, guava,and mango. The hops used in this beer provide a balance of bitterness and sweetness, making it an incredibly well-rounded and easy-drinking beer. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied with a light carbonation, contributing to a smooth, creamy texture that is not too heavy, so it won't weigh you down, and the mild bitterness helps to cleanse the palate between sips. The texture makes it easy to drink, and it goes down smoothly without leaving any residue in the mouth.

Verdict: Hops From Above is a top-notch NEIPA that is sure to impress. The combination of hoppy bitterness and sweet fruit notes makes for a truly unique and delicious beer. It's definitely worth a try.

Beer Zombies - Zombie HWhip-Orange Coconut Vanilla Tangerine: My experience with some of these "milkshake" beers has been hit or miss, but often they're either swimming in lactose sugars, or full of artificial citrus flavors. This is neither of those. This ale pours a murky but not quite milky glowing orange-juice yellow, topped with a thin cap of foam that disappears immediately. I thought HWhip smelled like an orange creamsicle, and this is basically an intensified orange creamsicle: orange, vanilla cream and coconut. There's some faint tangerine in the background, but this is, plain and simple, orange and vanilla cream. Not at all complex, but amazing nonetheless.

The beer greets the palate with a blast of tart orange puree. It isn't super sweet like some other milkshake beer offerings I've had, though. It's just right, while edging towards the tart side. Next, a balancing explosion of coconut and vanilla comes in and adds sweetness that keeps the juice and the beer's tart base from becoming overly sour. There is definitely a true orange-and-vanilla-cream flavor, but it isn't artificial or even close to hoppy, where the citrus feels driven by hops. The creamsicle theme is subtle and restrained, yet totally pops. It finishes with some orange and cream, along with some nice citrus pith to cut through the sweetness, but zero bitterness; pure orange creamsicle flavor lingers. The beer is full in body, with the beer itself drinking crisp and medium, and the lactose lending a soft fullness. Not chewy, cloying, or sticky, with low effervescence but still well-carbonated.

Verdict: Do you hate lactose in beer? This may change my mind entirely. It's sweet, but not overly so; you get lots of the promised orange, coconut, vanilla and tangerine without a taste that's unnatural, or overtakes the beer. If this is the definition of a milkshake sour ale, then dammit, I'm converted! Even if you despise lactose beers, do yourself a favor and try this one.

These two beers are exclusive to Beer Zombies locations in Salt Lake City and Las Vegas They're in 16-ounce cans, and can only be enjoyed in-house, with no option to take home from the bar. As always, cheers!