Spiced Beer / Blonde Ale
Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde
Triggerfish Brewing · South Africa · Western Cape
Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde is a spiced beer / blonde ale brewed by Triggerfish Brewing in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.2%. A spiced variation of Sweetlips brewed with Buchu, an endemic SA herb, imparting unique mint, orange, and blackcurrant aromas. [Triggerfish Brewing](https://www.triggerfishbrewing.co.za/beers/)
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.2% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Spiced Beer / 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 Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde
For the best experience, serve Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde 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 spiced beer / 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 Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde?
At 4.2% ABV, Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde 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 | 11 g |
| 440 ml | 15 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde?+
Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.2%. It is brewed by Triggerfish Brewing in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde?+
Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde is a Spiced Beer / Blonde Ale brewed by Triggerfish Brewing. Blonde ales are easy-drinking, lightly hopped beers with a subtle malt sweetness — a great gateway into craft beer.
Who brews Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde?+
Bonito – Bombshell Buchu Blonde is brewed by Triggerfish Brewing, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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