Pale Ale
Hillbrow Honey
SMACK! Republic Brewing Co. · South Africa · Gauteng
Hillbrow Honey is a pale ale brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co. in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8%. A delicious, easy drinking specialty Pale Ale infused with Orange blossom Honey & Wild Harvest Rooibos.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.8% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Pale Ale 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 Hillbrow Honey
For the best experience, serve Hillbrow Honey 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 style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with spicy peri-peri chicken, burgers and sharp, tangy cheeses.
How strong is Hillbrow Honey?
At 4.8% ABV, Hillbrow Honey 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 Hillbrow Honey?+
Hillbrow Honey has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8%. It is brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co. in Gauteng.
What style of beer is Hillbrow Honey?+
Hillbrow Honey is a Pale Ale brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co.. Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.
Who brews Hillbrow Honey?+
Hillbrow Honey is brewed by SMACK! Republic Brewing Co., based in Gauteng, South Africa.
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