Blonde Ale
Cape Town Blonde
Drifter Brewing Company · South Africa · Western Cape
Cape Town Blonde is a blonde ale brewed by Drifter Brewing Company in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. Brewed with all South African hops, this blonde ale is simple, refreshing, and flavourful with a slightly rich malty aftertaste.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.0% |
| 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 Cape Town Blonde
For the best experience, serve Cape Town 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 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 Cape Town Blonde?
At 5.0% ABV, Cape Town 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 | 13 g |
| 440 ml | 17 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Cape Town Blonde?+
Cape Town Blonde has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. It is brewed by Drifter Brewing Company in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Cape Town Blonde?+
Cape Town Blonde is a Blonde Ale brewed by Drifter Brewing Company. Blonde ales are easy-drinking, lightly hopped beers with a subtle malt sweetness — a great gateway into craft beer.
Who brews Cape Town Blonde?+
Cape Town Blonde is brewed by Drifter Brewing Company, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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