Tap Handle #702: Parallel 49 - Seedspitter

Tap size:  10"
Rarity:  less than 10 seen
Mounting:  internal 3/8" nut

The Parallel 49 Seedspitter character is pretty strange. Water melon seed spitting contests happen across the U.S., and there's even a national event in New Orleans. That, however, involves spitting single seeds. This guy has an entire watermelon slice in his mouth and to me, he kind of invokes images of a freak show at a circus. I'm not sure why he has the whole slice in his mouth, but based on previous feedback from Steve Kitchen's designs, it's likely just a feature to make the character look more goofy. With his collared red shirt, black vest, and cowlick, this guy does look like a professional seed spitter. Similar to other Parallel 49 taps, this has rarely hit the secondary market and has commanded prices of $300+ when it does. It's yet another Parallel 49 tap that I'm excited to have and display.

For more about Parallel 49 Brewing, see this post.

Click through to read more about Parallel 49 Brewing's Seedspitter Watermelon Wit and to see more photos of this freakish tap...

Parallel 49 Brewing's Seedspitter is a Belgian style Witbier crafted with a watermelon twist. Made using barley, wheat and oats, this unfiltered beer boasts an effervescent watermelon aroma, and the crisp dry finish provides a blast of watermelon. Perfect for the patio and refreshing on a sunny day.

Ratebeer:  2.71 out of 5

Beer Advocate:  3.45 out of 5 (okay)