Blonde Ale
Blonde Ale
Clarens Brewery · South Africa · Free State
Blonde Ale is a blonde ale brewed by Clarens Brewery in Free State. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. A light golden ale with a sweet malty aroma and a distinct biscuity flavour of malt with a light hop finish.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Blonde Ale beer
Blonde ales are easy-drinking, lightly hopped beers with a subtle malt sweetness — a great gateway into craft beer.
How to serve Blonde Ale
For the best experience, serve Blonde Ale at 5–8 °C in a stemmed goblet or tulip glass. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the blonde ale style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with grilled vegetables, roast chicken and soft, creamy cheeses.
How strong is Blonde Ale?
At 4.5% ABV, Blonde Ale sits in the standard range for everyday drinking. A single serving delivers roughly the amount of pure alcohol shown below — useful for pacing yourself and staying under South Africa’s 0.05% blood-alcohol driving limit.
| Serving | Pure alcohol |
|---|---|
| 330 ml | 12 g |
| 440 ml | 16 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Blonde Ale?+
Blonde Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. It is brewed by Clarens Brewery in Free State.
What style of beer is Blonde Ale?+
Blonde Ale is a Blonde Ale brewed by Clarens Brewery. Blonde ales are easy-drinking, lightly hopped beers with a subtle malt sweetness — a great gateway into craft beer.
Who brews Blonde Ale?+
Blonde Ale is brewed by Clarens Brewery, based in Free State, South Africa.
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