Blonde Ale
Gold Ale
Emerald Vale Brewing Company · South Africa · Eastern Cape
Gold Ale is a blonde ale brewed by Emerald Vale Brewing Company in Eastern Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5%. Fuller-Bodied Blonde Ale with Hints of roasted barley. [Emerald Vale](https://www.emeraldvale.co.za/brewery-beer)
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.5% |
| 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 Gold Ale
For the best experience, serve Gold Ale 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 Gold Ale?
At 5.5% ABV, Gold Ale 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 Gold Ale?+
Gold Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5%. It is brewed by Emerald Vale Brewing Company in Eastern Cape.
What style of beer is Gold Ale?+
Gold Ale is a Blonde Ale brewed by Emerald Vale Brewing Company. Blonde ales are easy-drinking, lightly hopped beers with a subtle malt sweetness — a great gateway into craft beer.
Who brews Gold Ale?+
Gold Ale is brewed by Emerald Vale Brewing Company, based in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
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