Dark Ale

Night Shift Dark Ale

Black Horse Brewery · South Africa · Gauteng

Night Shift Dark Ale is a dark ale brewed by Black Horse Brewery in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.2%. This full-bodied brew boasts roasted malt flavours with hints of chocolate and caramel, perfectly balanced by a subtle bitterness that lingers on the finish.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)4.2%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml

About Dark Ale beer

This Dark Ale showcases the brewer's interpretation of the style with unique local ingredients and techniques.

How to serve Night Shift Dark Ale

For the best experience, serve Night Shift Dark Ale 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 dark ale 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 Night Shift Dark Ale?

At 4.2% ABV, Night Shift Dark 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.

ServingPure alcohol
330 ml11 g
440 ml15 g

Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Night Shift Dark Ale?+

Night Shift Dark Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.2%. It is brewed by Black Horse Brewery in Gauteng.

What style of beer is Night Shift Dark Ale?+

Night Shift Dark Ale is a Dark Ale brewed by Black Horse Brewery. This Dark Ale showcases the brewer's interpretation of the style with unique local ingredients and techniques.

Who brews Night Shift Dark Ale?+

Night Shift Dark Ale is brewed by Black Horse Brewery, based in Gauteng, South Africa.

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