White IPA
Weekend Special
Zwakala Brewery · South Africa · Limpopo
Weekend Special is a white ipa brewed by Zwakala Brewery in Limpopo. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.5%. The Weekend Special is a white IPA with lemongrass giving it the most incredible taste. Won the SANBT Beer of the Year Award in 2022.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 6.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About White 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 Weekend Special
For the best experience, serve Weekend Special 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 white 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 Weekend Special?
At 6.5% ABV, Weekend Special 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 | 17 g |
| 440 ml | 23 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Weekend Special?+
Weekend Special has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.5%. It is brewed by Zwakala Brewery in Limpopo.
What style of beer is Weekend Special?+
Weekend Special is a White IPA brewed by Zwakala Brewery. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.
Who brews Weekend Special?+
Weekend Special is brewed by Zwakala Brewery, based in Limpopo, South Africa.
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