American Pale Ale

HOGTALE APA

Hoghouse Brewing Company · South Africa · Western Cape

HOGTALE APA is a american pale ale brewed by Hoghouse Brewing Company in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. Hogtale takes South African hops and puts them front and centre in our take on an American Pale Ale. Light bodied with mild bitterness + crispy finish.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)5.0%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml

About American 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 HOGTALE APA

For the best experience, serve HOGTALE APA 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 american 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 HOGTALE APA?

At 5.0% ABV, HOGTALE APA 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 ml13 g
440 ml17 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of HOGTALE APA?+

HOGTALE APA has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. It is brewed by Hoghouse Brewing Company in Western Cape.

What style of beer is HOGTALE APA?+

HOGTALE APA is a American Pale Ale brewed by Hoghouse Brewing Company. Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.

Who brews HOGTALE APA?+

HOGTALE APA is brewed by Hoghouse Brewing Company, based in Western Cape, South Africa.

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