Double IPA
Maximus
Lagunitas · South Africa · Western Cape
Maximus is a double ipa brewed by Lagunitas in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 9.0%. In the grand coliseum of ales, one stands supreme. Maximus roars with colossal impact, full-bodied with a massive hop finish.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 9.0% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Double IPA beer
IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.
How to serve Maximus
For the best experience, serve Maximus 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 double ipa 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 Maximus?
At 9.0% ABV, Maximus sits firmly in the high-strength category. 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 | 23 g |
| 440 ml | 31 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Maximus?+
Maximus has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 9.0%. It is brewed by Lagunitas in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Maximus?+
Maximus is a Double IPA brewed by Lagunitas. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.
Who brews Maximus?+
Maximus is brewed by Lagunitas, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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