Lager

The Kudu

Karoo Craft Breweries · South Africa · Western Cape

The Kudu is a lager brewed by Karoo Craft Breweries in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.0%. As majestic as the Kudu, this Lager proves why it’s the leading beer style for the discerning South African market. Crisp, refreshing and light, yet bursting with flavor.

High confidence· officialLast checked: 2026-05-10

Nutritional information

MetricValue
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)4.0%
Available serving sizes330 ml, 340 ml, 440 ml

About Lager beer

Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.

How to serve The Kudu

For the best experience, serve The Kudu 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 lager style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 340 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with boerewors rolls, braai fare, fish and chips and salty snacks.

How strong is The Kudu?

At 4.0% ABV, The Kudu 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 ml10 g
340 ml11 g
440 ml14 g

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the ABV of The Kudu?+

The Kudu has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.0%. It is brewed by Karoo Craft Breweries in Western Cape.

What style of beer is The Kudu?+

The Kudu is a Lager brewed by Karoo Craft Breweries. Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.

Who brews The Kudu?+

The Kudu is brewed by Karoo Craft Breweries, based in Western Cape, South Africa.

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