Arts writer
RAISE your glass to Castle Lager’s new Fresh Beer Truck which sees brewery-fresh, unpasteurised, Castle 1895 Draught beer piped directly from Newlands Brewery’s tanks and delivered to beer-drinkers all in a matter of hours after it is finished being made.
Previously only available to South African Breweries brew masters themselves, the tank beer allows consumers to enjoy the experience of draught beer at its best.
“Nearly all South African beer is pasteurised to afford it a longer shelf life but during this process some of beer’s lively characteristics can be diminished,” said Denis da Silva Trade Brewer at SAB. “However, with good hygiene and short delivery lead times, pasteurisation is not necessary.”
With its smooth taste, the brewery-fresh beer pairs well with food, as demonstrated at the launch by Pete Goffe-Wood, food alchemist and Masterchef judge.
“Beer is an exciting pairing partner as it works beautifully with food on a number of levels – everything from a flavour perspective all the way to the cleansing mouth feel,” said Goffe-Wood.
Last month, Ferryman’s Tavern at the V&A Waterfront was the first of four bars to be unveiled as a venue where the Tank Beer will be served. “As the first tenant at Cape Town’s iconic V&A Waterfront, when it comes to beers, we have always strived to keep up with the times. The addition of unpasteurised Brewery Fresh Tank Beer to our current variety of beers will enable us to offer our patrons something really different,” said Ferryman’s Tavern owner William Coates.
Forrester’s Arms and Long Street Cafe followed suit this month while Quay 4 will come on board when they reopen with freshly renovated premises in December.
Participating venues will display crafted copper tanks in their windows. Follow the pipes from these tanks and you’ll find yourself at the bar ready to order your first Brewery Fresh Tank draught beer.
“While you wait for your tank beer to be poured to perfection, take a look at the tap to find out when the beer you’re about to drink was brewed,” said da Silva. “Because our Brewery Fresh Tank Beer is unpasteurised, it has to be consumed within five days of filling. It is therefore one of the freshest, smoothest and most distinctive tasting beers available in South Africa – the way beer is meant to be enjoyed.”
The tank beer will only be available in Cape Town.
l www.castle1895draught.co.za