IPA
West Coast IPA
Cape Brewing Company · South Africa · Western Cape
West Coast IPA is a ipa brewed by Cape Brewing Company in Western Cape. It has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.0%. Bold, Fruity Hop Flavour And Aroma That Is Balanced With A Solid Bitterness. Pungent ripe fruit aroma and flavour, backed by the classic IPA bitterness.
Nutritional information
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Alcohol by Volume (ABV) | 6.0% |
| Available serving sizes | 330 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 West Coast IPA
For the best experience, serve West Coast IPA 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 West Coast IPA?
At 6.0% ABV, West Coast IPA 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 | 16 g |
| 440 ml | 21 g |
Enjoy responsibly. Not for sale to persons under the age of 18.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of West Coast IPA?+
West Coast IPA has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 6.0%. It is brewed by Cape Brewing Company in Western Cape.
What style of beer is West Coast IPA?+
West Coast IPA is a IPA brewed by Cape Brewing Company. IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense hop character, delivering bold bitterness alongside tropical, citrus, or resinous flavours.
Who brews West Coast IPA?+
West Coast IPA is brewed by Cape Brewing Company, based in Western Cape, South Africa.
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