Very strong full bodied pilsner
Special Brew
Carlsberg · Denmark · N/A (International brand)
Special Brew is a very strong full bodied pilsner brewed by Carlsberg in N/A (International brand), Denmark. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 7.4% and contains approximately 218 kcal per 330 ml serving. Carlsberg Special Brew is a full-bodied, fruity tasting, strong lager with a good, clear bitterness.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 7.4% |
| Calories per 330 ml | 218 kcal |
| Calories per 100 ml | 66 kcal |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml, 500 ml |
About Very 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 Special Brew
For the best experience, serve Special Brew 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 very 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 Special Brew?
At 7.4% ABV, Special Brew sits on the stronger side. 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 | 19 g |
| 440 ml | 26 g |
| 500 ml | 29 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Special Brew?+
Special Brew has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 7.4%. It is brewed by Carlsberg in N/A (International brand).
How many calories are in Special Brew?+
A standard 330 ml serving of Special Brew contains approximately 218 kcal. That works out to about 66 kcal per 100 ml.
What style of beer is Special Brew?+
Special Brew is a Very 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 Special Brew?+
Special Brew is brewed by Carlsberg, based in N/A (International brand), Denmark.
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