Pilsner

POT BELLY PILSNER

Birkenhead Brewery · South Africa · Western Cape

POT BELLY PILSNER is a pilsner brewed by Birkenhead Brewery in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 3.5%. Light bodied to showcase the traditional German hops. Crip, clean, easy drinking, refreshing and vibrant to the last drop.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)3.5%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml

About Pilsner beer

Pilsners are a type of pale lager with a distinctive hoppy bitterness, crisp finish, and golden colour — one of the world's most popular beer styles.

How to serve POT BELLY PILSNER

For the best experience, serve POT BELLY PILSNER at 3–5 °C (well chilled) in a slender pilsner glass or a frosted mug. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the pilsner style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with boerewors rolls, braai fare, fish and chips and salty snacks.

How strong is POT BELLY PILSNER?

At 3.5% ABV, POT BELLY PILSNER sits at the light, sessionable end of the scale. 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 ml9 g
440 ml12 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of POT BELLY PILSNER?+

POT BELLY PILSNER has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 3.5%. It is brewed by Birkenhead Brewery in Western Cape.

What style of beer is POT BELLY PILSNER?+

POT BELLY PILSNER is a Pilsner brewed by Birkenhead Brewery. Pilsners are a type of pale lager with a distinctive hoppy bitterness, crisp finish, and golden colour — one of the world's most popular beer styles.

Who brews POT BELLY PILSNER?+

POT BELLY PILSNER is brewed by Birkenhead Brewery, based in Western Cape, South Africa.

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