Saison

Plaas Japie

Old Potter’s Inn & Brewhouse · South Africa · Western Cape

Plaas Japie is a saison brewed by Old Potter’s Inn & Brewhouse in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. A thirst-quenching, dry ale with spicy notes and a subtle orange, citrus flavour, inspired by Belgian farmhouse traditions.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)5.0%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml, 500 ml

About Saison beer

Saisons are Belgian farmhouse ales with a dry, fruity, and peppery character — originally brewed for seasonal workers.

How to serve Plaas Japie

For the best experience, serve Plaas Japie 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, 500 ml formats. It pairs naturally with grilled vegetables, roast chicken and soft, creamy cheeses.

How strong is Plaas Japie?

At 5.0% ABV, Plaas Japie 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 ml13 g
440 ml17 g
500 ml20 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Plaas Japie?+

Plaas Japie has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. It is brewed by Old Potter’s Inn & Brewhouse in Western Cape.

What style of beer is Plaas Japie?+

Plaas Japie is a Saison brewed by Old Potter’s Inn & Brewhouse. Saisons are Belgian farmhouse ales with a dry, fruity, and peppery character — originally brewed for seasonal workers.

Who brews Plaas Japie?+

Plaas Japie is brewed by Old Potter’s Inn & Brewhouse, based in Western Cape, South Africa.

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