Märzen
Oktoberfest Festbier
Urban Brewing Company · South Africa · Western Cape
Oktoberfest Festbier is a märzen brewed by Urban Brewing Company in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8%. Gold Medal festbier brewed specially for Oktoberfest.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.8% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Märzen beer
This Märzen showcases the brewer's interpretation of the style with unique local ingredients and techniques.
How to serve Oktoberfest Festbier
For the best experience, serve Oktoberfest Festbier 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 märzen 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 Oktoberfest Festbier?
At 4.8% ABV, Oktoberfest Festbier 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 | 12 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 Oktoberfest Festbier?+
Oktoberfest Festbier has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8%. It is brewed by Urban Brewing Company in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Oktoberfest Festbier?+
Oktoberfest Festbier is a Märzen brewed by Urban Brewing Company. This Märzen showcases the brewer's interpretation of the style with unique local ingredients and techniques.
Who brews Oktoberfest Festbier?+
Oktoberfest Festbier is brewed by Urban Brewing Company, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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