Red Ale - Irish
Gilroy Traditional
Gilroy's Brewery · South Africa · Gauteng
Gilroy Traditional is a red ale - irish brewed by Gilroy's Brewery in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. An Irish-style ruby ale with a pleasant nutty taste, brewed with crystal and black malt for a magnificent explosion of flavors.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Red Ale - Irish beer
Red ales feature a rich, malty sweetness with caramel and toffee notes, balanced by moderate hop bitterness.
How to serve Gilroy Traditional
For the best experience, serve Gilroy Traditional at 5–8 °C in a clean pint glass. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the red ale - irish style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with a classic South African braai and hearty, savoury dishes.
How strong is Gilroy Traditional?
At 4.5% ABV, Gilroy Traditional 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 Gilroy Traditional?+
Gilroy Traditional has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. It is brewed by Gilroy's Brewery in Gauteng.
What style of beer is Gilroy Traditional?+
Gilroy Traditional is a Red Ale - Irish brewed by Gilroy's Brewery. Red ales feature a rich, malty sweetness with caramel and toffee notes, balanced by moderate hop bitterness.
Who brews Gilroy Traditional?+
Gilroy Traditional is brewed by Gilroy's Brewery, based in Gauteng, South Africa.
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