IPA

The Graduate

1000 Hills Brewing Company · South Africa · KwaZulu-Natal

The Graduate is a ipa brewed by 1000 Hills Brewing Company in KwaZulu-Natal. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.4%. Throw your graduation cap in the air when you take a sip of this rich India Pale Ale. With hints of floral and earthy notes and a powerfully bitter profile.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)6.4%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 440 ml

About IPA beer

IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.

How to serve The Graduate

For the best experience, serve The Graduate 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 ipa 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 The Graduate?

At 6.4% ABV, The Graduate 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.

ServingPure alcohol
330 ml17 g
440 ml22 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of The Graduate?+

The Graduate has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.4%. It is brewed by 1000 Hills Brewing Company in KwaZulu-Natal.

What style of beer is The Graduate?+

The Graduate is a IPA brewed by 1000 Hills Brewing Company. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.

Who brews The Graduate?+

The Graduate is brewed by 1000 Hills Brewing Company, based in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

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