NEPA / Hazy Pale Ale
Painkiller
Just Brewing · South Africa · Gauteng
Painkiller is a nepa / hazy pale ale brewed by Just Brewing in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. A tropical twist on a New England Pale Ale, inspired by the classic cocktail with pineapple, coconut, vanilla, and lactose.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About NEPA / Hazy Pale Ale 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 Painkiller
For the best experience, serve Painkiller 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 nepa / hazy pale ale 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 Painkiller?
At 4.5% ABV, Painkiller 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 | 16 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Painkiller?+
Painkiller has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. It is brewed by Just Brewing in Gauteng.
What style of beer is Painkiller?+
Painkiller is a NEPA / Hazy Pale Ale brewed by Just Brewing. Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.
Who brews Painkiller?+
Painkiller is brewed by Just Brewing, based in Gauteng, South Africa.
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