Red Ale - Irish
Merry Imperial Irish Red
Friar’s Habit Craft Brewery · South Africa · Gauteng
Merry Imperial Irish Red is a red ale - irish brewed by Friar’s Habit Craft Brewery in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 12.0%.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 12.0% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Red Ale - Irish beer
Red ales feature a rich, malty sweetness with caramel and toffee notes, balanced by moderate hop bitterness.
How to serve Merry Imperial Irish Red
For the best experience, serve Merry Imperial Irish Red at 5–8 °C in a clean pint glass. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the red ale - irish style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with a classic South African braai and hearty, savoury dishes.
How strong is Merry Imperial Irish Red?
At 12.0% ABV, Merry Imperial Irish Red 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 | 31 g |
| 440 ml | 42 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Merry Imperial Irish Red?+
Merry Imperial Irish Red has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 12.0%. It is brewed by Friar’s Habit Craft Brewery in Gauteng.
What style of beer is Merry Imperial Irish Red?+
Merry Imperial Irish Red is a Red Ale - Irish brewed by Friar’s Habit Craft Brewery. Red ales feature a rich, malty sweetness with caramel and toffee notes, balanced by moderate hop bitterness.
Who brews Merry Imperial Irish Red?+
Merry Imperial Irish Red is brewed by Friar’s Habit Craft Brewery, based in Gauteng, South Africa.
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