English Pale Ale
Jacobs Pale Ale
Newlands Spring Brewing Co. · South Africa · Western Cape
Jacobs Pale Ale is a english pale ale brewed by Newlands Spring Brewing Co. in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5%. An English-style pale ale based on a 155-year-old recipe found in the brewery archives. [Newlands Brewery](https://newlandsbrewery.co.za/our-brands/)
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About English 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 Jacobs Pale Ale
For the best experience, serve Jacobs 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 english 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 Jacobs Pale Ale?
At 5.5% ABV, Jacobs 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.
| 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 Jacobs Pale Ale?+
Jacobs Pale Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.5%. It is brewed by Newlands Spring Brewing Co. in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Jacobs Pale Ale?+
Jacobs Pale Ale is a English Pale Ale brewed by Newlands Spring 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 Jacobs Pale Ale?+
Jacobs Pale Ale is brewed by Newlands Spring Brewing Co., based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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