Soweto Gold

the krewe in the Kraal

The Ubuntu Kraal Brewery of Soweto, makers of Soweto Gold, invited members of La Chaine des Rotisseurs of Johannesburg to let their hair down for a fun informal Saturday afternoon in the company of friends and an authentic South African cultural experience. And members of La Chaine invited us!

A special area was created for us under the tin roof in the Kasi beer garden. We tasted a flight of their fresh-brewed beers, took an informative tour of the brewery and learned about the art of craft beer making.

welcome to the kraal!

the beermeister

Incorporated in October 2012, it only took until February 2014 before Soweto Gold was mentioned amongst "The Top 10 Best Craft Beers in South Africa" by the League Of Beers! Pretty meteoric rise.

We were able to taste their award-winning Soweto Gold Superior Lager, the Soweto Gold Apple Ale, and Gogo's Ginger Beer on tap. They use clear crystal spring water for their beer-making!

They also brew a Soweto Weiss Gold and a Soweto Gold - Orlando Stout but alas, they were tapped out. :(

 

Vince gets a better look

Spiced rubbed chuck steak, lamb tjops (chops) or hake

Ginger beer basted peri-peri chicken

Gourmet boeri from the grill

Braai pap or potato chips
Gogo’s chakalaka

mmm!malva pudding with Amarula custard sauce

Township trifle

tasting ...

... and take-out!