Pale Ale - New England / Hazy
Nectaron
Starke Brews · South Africa · Western Cape
Nectaron is a pale ale - new england / hazy brewed by Starke Brews in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.2%. If a hop could be sexy, it would be this juicy New Zealand hop, simply delicious! ([Untappd](https://untappd.com/w/starke-brews/491859/beer))
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.2% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Pale Ale - New England / Hazy 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 Nectaron
For the best experience, serve Nectaron 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 pale ale - new england / hazy 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 Nectaron?
At 5.2% ABV, Nectaron 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 | 18 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Nectaron?+
Nectaron has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.2%. It is brewed by Starke Brews in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Nectaron?+
Nectaron is a Pale Ale - New England / Hazy brewed by Starke Brews. Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.
Who brews Nectaron?+
Nectaron is brewed by Starke Brews, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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