Strong full-bodied pilsner

Sort Guld

Carlsberg · Denmark · N/A (International brand)

Sort Guld is a strong full-bodied pilsner brewed by Carlsberg in N/A (International brand), Denmark. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.8%. A golden classic. Strong full-bodied pilsner.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)5.8%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml, 500 ml

About Strong full-bodied 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 Sort Guld

For the best experience, serve Sort Guld 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 strong full-bodied pilsner style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml, 500 ml formats. It pairs naturally with boerewors rolls, braai fare, fish and chips and salty snacks.

How strong is Sort Guld?

At 5.8% ABV, Sort Guld 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 ml15 g
440 ml20 g
500 ml23 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of Sort Guld?+

Sort Guld has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.8%. It is brewed by Carlsberg in N/A (International brand).

What style of beer is Sort Guld?+

Sort Guld is a Strong full-bodied pilsner brewed by Carlsberg. 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 Sort Guld?+

Sort Guld is brewed by Carlsberg, based in N/A (International brand), Denmark.

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