Red Ale - Irish

Red Tide Irish Red Ale

Sedgefield Craft Brewery · South Africa · Western Cape

Red Tide Irish Red Ale is a red ale - irish brewed by Sedgefield Craft Brewery in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. A beer with a deep reddish hue, low to moderate hop flavor, pleasant toasted malt and caramel flavors, and a dry finish. [Untappd](https://untappd.com/w/sedgefield-craft-brewery/217718/beer)

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)4.5%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml

About Red Ale - Irish beer

Red ales feature a rich, malty sweetness with caramel and toffee notes, balanced by moderate hop bitterness.

How to serve Red Tide Irish Red Ale

For the best experience, serve Red Tide Irish Red Ale 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 red ale - irish 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 Red Tide Irish Red Ale?

At 4.5% ABV, Red Tide Irish Red Ale 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 ml12 g
440 ml16 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Red Tide Irish Red Ale?+

Red Tide Irish Red Ale has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. It is brewed by Sedgefield Craft Brewery in Western Cape.

What style of beer is Red Tide Irish Red Ale?+

Red Tide Irish Red Ale is a Red Ale - Irish brewed by Sedgefield Craft Brewery. Red ales feature a rich, malty sweetness with caramel and toffee notes, balanced by moderate hop bitterness.

Who brews Red Tide Irish Red Ale?+

Red Tide Irish Red Ale is brewed by Sedgefield Craft Brewery, based in Western Cape, South Africa.

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