IPA
Braamfontein Brawler
SMACK! Republic Brewing Co. · South Africa · Gauteng
Braamfontein Brawler is a ipa brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co. in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5%. High on bitterness, full-flavoured hoppy India Pale Ale with Citrus and Pine notes.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About IPA beer
IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.
How to serve Braamfontein Brawler
For the best experience, serve Braamfontein Brawler at 7–10 °C in a tulip glass to concentrate the hop aroma. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the ipa style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with spicy peri-peri chicken, burgers and sharp, tangy cheeses.
How strong is Braamfontein Brawler?
At 5.5% ABV, Braamfontein Brawler 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 | 14 g |
| 440 ml | 19 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Braamfontein Brawler?+
Braamfontein Brawler has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5%. It is brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co. in Gauteng.
What style of beer is Braamfontein Brawler?+
Braamfontein Brawler is a IPA brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co.. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.
Who brews Braamfontein Brawler?+
Braamfontein Brawler is brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co., based in Gauteng, South Africa.
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