Devil's Peak King's Blockhouse IPA
Brewed by Devil's Peak Brewing Company
Named after Table Mountain's historic blockhouse, King's Blockhouse IPA is Cape Town's flagship craft IPA. A well-crafted hop-forward beer that captures the spirit of Cape Town while delivering excellent hop character and balance.
Tasting Breakdown
Appearance
Deep golden to light amber with a slight haze. Produces a dense, off-white head with excellent retention and sticky lacing.
Aroma
Pronounced hop aromatics — citrus, grapefruit, and pine dominate. Underlying biscuit malt sweetness and subtle tropical fruit notes.
Flavour
Bold citrus hop bitterness upfront, layered with pine and tropical fruit. Firm malt backbone provides balance without masking the hops.
Mouthfeel
Medium body with moderate-to-lively carbonation. Clean hop bite with a resinous quality that builds pleasantly.
Finish & Drinkability
Long, dry, and hoppy. Bitterness lingers without becoming harsh, inviting the next sip.
The Devil's Peak Story
Breaking Hop Barriers
Food Pairings
Grilled meats
Spicy boerewors, flame-grilled chicken, lamb sosaties
Asian-inspired
Thai green curry, sushi, stir-fried noodles
Bold cheeses
Mature cheddar, blue cheese, smoked gouda
Casual fare
Gourmet burgers, loaded nachos, pizza
Who This Beer Is For
- •Craft beer enthusiasts who appreciate a well-executed American IPA
- •Lager drinkers ready to explore hop-forward styles
- •Visitors to Cape Town looking for a local craft flagship
- •Anyone pairing beer with bold, spicy, or rich foods
The Verdict
King's Blockhouse IPA is exactly what a flagship craft beer should be: bold enough to stand out, balanced enough to keep you coming back. Devil's Peak has nailed the balance between American-style hop intensity and South African drinkability.
This is the IPA that helped put South African craft beer on the map, and it continues to justify its reputation with every pour.