Munich Lager

Münchner Hell

Paulaner · South Africa · Bavaria, Germany

Münchner Hell is a munich lager brewed by Paulaner in Bavaria, Germany. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.9% and contains approximately 125 kcal per 330 ml serving. The true symbol of Munich. A true classic of quintessential Munich and Bavarian food and drinks. Clear and sparkling bright golden in the glass.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)4.9%
Calories per 330 ml125 kcal
Calories per 100 ml38 kcal
Available serving sizes100 ml, 330 ml, 440 ml

About Munich Lager beer

Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.

How to serve Münchner Hell

For the best experience, serve Münchner Hell at 3–5 °C (well chilled) in a slender pilsner glass or a frosted mug. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the munich lager style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 100 ml, 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with boerewors rolls, braai fare, fish and chips and salty snacks.

How strong is Münchner Hell?

At 4.9% ABV, Münchner Hell 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
100 ml4 g
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 Münchner Hell?+

Münchner Hell has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.9%. It is brewed by Paulaner in Bavaria, Germany.

How many calories are in Münchner Hell?+

A standard 330 ml serving of Münchner Hell contains approximately 125 kcal. That works out to about 38 kcal per 100 ml.

What style of beer is Münchner Hell?+

Münchner Hell is a Munich Lager brewed by Paulaner. Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.

Who brews Münchner Hell?+

Münchner Hell is brewed by Paulaner, based in Bavaria, Germany, South Africa.

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