Saison
Oktober Fest
The Italian Job Brewery · South Africa · Western Cape
Oktober Fest is a saison brewed by The Italian Job Brewery in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. A seasonal farmhouse style saison. [Untappd](https://untappd.com/b/the-italian-job-brewery-oktober-fest/1878841)
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.0% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Saison beer
Saisons are Belgian farmhouse ales with a dry, fruity, and peppery character — originally brewed for seasonal workers.
How to serve Oktober Fest
For the best experience, serve Oktober Fest at 5–8 °C in a stemmed goblet or tulip glass. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the saison style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with grilled vegetables, roast chicken and soft, creamy cheeses.
How strong is Oktober Fest?
At 5.0% ABV, Oktober Fest 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 | 13 g |
| 440 ml | 17 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Oktober Fest?+
Oktober Fest has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. It is brewed by The Italian Job Brewery in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Oktober Fest?+
Oktober Fest is a Saison brewed by The Italian Job Brewery. Saisons are Belgian farmhouse ales with a dry, fruity, and peppery character — originally brewed for seasonal workers.
Who brews Oktober Fest?+
Oktober Fest is brewed by The Italian Job Brewery, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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