Weissbier
Hermanus Weiss
Hermanus Brewery · South Africa · Western Cape
Hermanus Weiss is a weissbier brewed by Hermanus Brewery in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8%. A pale, refreshing German wheat beer with high carbonation and distinctive banana-and-clove yeast character.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.8% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Weissbier beer
Weiss (wheat) beers are brewed with a significant proportion of wheat, producing a light, refreshing beer with banana and clove notes.
How to serve Hermanus Weiss
For the best experience, serve Hermanus Weiss at 4–7 °C in a tall weizen glass. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the weissbier style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with seafood, summer salads and light chicken dishes.
How strong is Hermanus Weiss?
At 4.8% ABV, Hermanus Weiss 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 | 17 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Hermanus Weiss?+
Hermanus Weiss has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8%. It is brewed by Hermanus Brewery in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Hermanus Weiss?+
Hermanus Weiss is a Weissbier brewed by Hermanus Brewery. Weiss (wheat) beers are brewed with a significant proportion of wheat, producing a light, refreshing beer with banana and clove notes.
Who brews Hermanus Weiss?+
Hermanus Weiss is brewed by Hermanus Brewery, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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