Pale Ale - Other

Happy Hops Pale Ale

Starke Brews · South Africa · Western Cape

Happy Hops Pale Ale is a pale ale - other brewed by Starke Brews in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.2%. Lekker. ([Untappd](https://untappd.com/w/starke-brews/491859/beer))

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)5.2%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 340 ml, 440 ml

About Pale Ale - Other beer

Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.

How to serve Happy Hops Pale Ale

For the best experience, serve Happy Hops Pale Ale 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 pale ale - other style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 340 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with spicy peri-peri chicken, burgers and sharp, tangy cheeses.

How strong is Happy Hops Pale Ale?

At 5.2% ABV, Happy Hops Pale 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.

ServingPure alcohol
330 ml14 g
340 ml14 g
440 ml18 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Happy Hops Pale Ale?+

Happy Hops Pale Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.2%. It is brewed by Starke Brews in Western Cape.

What style of beer is Happy Hops Pale Ale?+

Happy Hops Pale Ale is a Pale Ale - Other brewed by Starke Brews. Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.

Who brews Happy Hops Pale Ale?+

Happy Hops Pale Ale is brewed by Starke Brews, based in Western Cape, South Africa.

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