Robusta beer is made with barley malted with chocolate and has a creamy foam with a moderate bitterness. South Africans are very dedicated to drinking lager beer, and the best way to order one is to greet your waiter with “Howzit my bru” and then simply order a South African beer in English. According to research by the financial website Expensivity, other countries have more expensive beer than South Africa. The report also notes that most countries with low beer intake can credit their predominantly Muslim populations for abstinence.
This beer comes packaged in a traditional cardboard box and has a cloudy brown color with a sour fruity flavor. During the 17th century, Dutch settlers arrived in South Africa and introduced the classic type of lager brewed with barley and hops. Supermarket prices for major brands are even lower, while craft beers can be considerably more expensive. According to the World Health Organization, beer is the preferred alcohol in South Africa, as 48% of the drinking population prefers drinking over wine (18%) and spirits (17%).
In a cost-of-living study compiled by Deutsche Bank earlier this year, the group found that a beer in Cape Town represents 27% of the price it would pay in New York (the standard measure). Devil's Peak King's Blockhouse IPA is a highly regarded beer that has won several awards at local beer fairs. When purchasing power is taken into account, local beer is even cheaper.
The first major commercial brewery was established in the 1890s to provide beer to the gold rush city of Johannesburg. Since then, South African breweries have continued to produce high-quality beers that are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.
