Weiss
WEISS SPECIAL BREW
Birkenhead Brewery · South Africa · Western Cape
WEISS SPECIAL BREW is a weiss brewed by Birkenhead Brewery in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. A medium creamy body from the wheat malt, slightly sweet. Aromas of banana, bubble gum and spicey cloves provided by the special German Weiss Ale yeast.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 4.5% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 ml, 440 ml |
About Weiss beer
Weiss (wheat) beers are brewed with a significant proportion of wheat, producing a light, refreshing beer with banana and clove notes.
How to serve WEISS SPECIAL BREW
For the best experience, serve WEISS SPECIAL BREW at 4–7 °C in a tall weizen glass. Pour with a steady tilt to build a firm head, which helps release the aromatics typical of the weiss style. In South Africa it is commonly sold in 330 ml, 440 ml formats. It pairs naturally with seafood, summer salads and light chicken dishes.
How strong is WEISS SPECIAL BREW?
At 4.5% ABV, WEISS SPECIAL BREW 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 WEISS SPECIAL BREW?+
WEISS SPECIAL BREW has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.5%. It is brewed by Birkenhead Brewery in Western Cape.
What style of beer is WEISS SPECIAL BREW?+
WEISS SPECIAL BREW is a Weiss brewed by Birkenhead Brewery. Weiss (wheat) beers are brewed with a significant proportion of wheat, producing a light, refreshing beer with banana and clove notes.
Who brews WEISS SPECIAL BREW?+
WEISS SPECIAL BREW is brewed by Birkenhead Brewery, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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