Pale Ale
Rocky River
Saggy Stone Brewing Company · South Africa · Western Cape
Rocky River is a pale ale brewed by Saggy Stone Brewing Company in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. Zesty. Fresh. Bitter. Our Rocky River Pale Ale is undeniably moreish with citrus notes of orange zest and grapefruit, woven together with soft caramel and a firm bitterness.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 5.0% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About 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 Rocky River
For the best experience, serve Rocky River 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 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 Rocky River?
At 5.0% ABV, Rocky River 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 | 13 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 Rocky River?+
Rocky River has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.0%. It is brewed by Saggy Stone Brewing Company in Western Cape.
What style of beer is Rocky River?+
Rocky River is a Pale Ale brewed by Saggy Stone Brewing Company. Pale ales are hop-forward beers with a balanced malt profile, offering floral, citrus, or piney notes depending on the hops used.
Who brews Rocky River?+
Rocky River is brewed by Saggy Stone Brewing Company, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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