Lager - Pale
Upstream Lager
Mainstream Brewing Company · South Africa · Gauteng
Upstream Lager is a lager - pale brewed by Mainstream Brewing Company in Gauteng. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. Pale lager.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Lager - Pale 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 Upstream Lager
For the best experience, serve Upstream Lager 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 - pale style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with boerewors rolls, braai fare, fish and chips and salty snacks.
How strong is Upstream Lager?
At 4.5% ABV, Upstream Lager 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 | 12 g |
| 440 ml | 16 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Upstream Lager?+
Upstream Lager has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. It is brewed by Mainstream Brewing Company in Gauteng.
What style of beer is Upstream Lager?+
Upstream Lager is a Lager - Pale brewed by Mainstream Brewing Company. Lagers are crisp, clean-tasting beers brewed with bottom-fermenting yeast at cooler temperatures, making them the most popular beer style worldwide.
Who brews Upstream Lager?+
Upstream Lager is brewed by Mainstream Brewing Company, based in Gauteng, South Africa.
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