Black Label is easily one of South Africa’s staple beverages. It reminds me of my misguided early 20’s, most of which I spent performing with various bands and trying to find my feet in this world. It invokes memories of some of the wildest nights I ever had, and I have raised this particular brew many a time to celebrate, remember, and forget.
Sentimentality out the way, how does Carling Black Label TAYste?
Carling Black Label is best enjoyed ice cold – in this form it is crisp and refreshing. An uncomplicated beer for uncomplicated folk like myself. It is, however, legendary for its status as one of the strongest beers brewed by South African Breweries (SAB.)
The uninitiated may be caught off guard by Black Label’s light demeanor, however, if you have called South Africa home for any length of time you will attest to the fact that this particular beer is deliciously deceptive. Bested only by Castle Milk Stout in terms of local commercial brew strength, a slow steady hand is recommended for those trying it out for the first time.
The beer of choice for many discerning South Africans, Black Label has found itself in a strange place in the market. It is weirdly considered a trash beer, analogous in a way to Colt 45, but at the same time it is considered the king of trash beers likely due to the fact that it kicks like a horse.
That’s it for this weeks TAYste, where I sample various beverages and report to you my findings. Feel free to Talk Amongst Yourselves in the comments and let me know if you have TAYsted anything interesting lately!
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