Dark Lager

Dunkel Lager

Brauhaus Afrika · South Africa · North West

Dunkel Lager is a dark lager brewed by Brauhaus Afrika in North West. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. This Dark Coloured Lager (not a stout!) is appreciated for a full body of malty flavours; whilst still being refreshing and crisp to taste. Dunkel means 'dark' in German.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)5.0%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml

About Dark Lager beer

Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.

How to serve Dunkel Lager

For the best experience, serve Dunkel Lager at 3–5 °C (well chilled) in a slender pilsner glass or a frosted mug. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the dark lager style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with boerewors rolls, braai fare, fish and chips and salty snacks.

How strong is Dunkel Lager?

At 5.0% ABV, Dunkel Lager 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.

ServingPure alcohol
330 ml13 g
440 ml17 g

Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Dunkel Lager?+

Dunkel Lager has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. It is brewed by Brauhaus Afrika in North West.

What style of beer is Dunkel Lager?+

Dunkel Lager is a Dark Lager brewed by Brauhaus Afrika. Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.

Who brews Dunkel Lager?+

Dunkel Lager is brewed by Brauhaus Afrika, based in North West, South Africa.

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