Menabrea Ambrata is an amber-coloured premium lager brewed by the historic Birra Menabrea brewery in Biella, Piedmont — Italy’s oldest continuously operating brewery (est. 1846). The Ambrata expression offers a richer, malt-forward profile compared to the classic Bionda, while still maintaining the crisp drinkability Menabrea is known for. Brewed using Alpine water and a blend of select malts and hops, this amber lager delivers depth, elegance and refined Italian craftsmanship.
Tasting Notes
Colour: Beautiful deep amber with copper highlights and a creamy off-white head.
Nose: Inviting aromas of caramel malt, toasted bread, light toffee and subtle floral hops. Hints of dried fruit and gentle herbal notes add complexity.
Palate: Smooth, medium-bodied and well-rounded. Flavours of caramel, biscuit malt, roasted grain and soft toffee are balanced by mild hop bitterness. A touch of nuttiness and a clean lager crispness keep the beer refreshing despite its richer style.
Finish: Clean, lightly bitter and pleasantly malty with lingering notes of caramel and toasted grain.
Technical Details
Producer: Birra Menabrea, Biella, Piedmont, Italy
Style: Amber Lager / Ambrata
Ingredients: Barley malt, hops, yeast, Alpine water
ABV: ±5.0%
Bottle Size: 330ml
Serving Temperature: 6–8°C
Glassware: Lager glass or tulip glass
Delivery within South Africa:
All orders are delivered from our central warehouse located in Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Local orders are usually delivered in 0-2 working days. Orders outside of Cape Town but within SA are generally delivered within 2-5 working days. If you require expedited delivery, we now offer an Express delivery service, which typically takes 1-3 working days, depending on your area.
While we strive for timely deliveries, there are occasional instances where delays may occur. These are rare but can happen due to unforeseen circumstances.
Delivery Rates:
At checkout, you will be presented with delivery options and corresponding rates. These rates are provided directly by our courier partners and are displayed as is. On rare occasions, a courier may generate an incorrect delivery rate due to issues with the address recognition. In such cases, we will arrange for an alternative courier to deliver your order at a similar rate to the original cost.
We believe in offering transparency in our delivery fees and, as such, do not include any delivery costs in our product pricing. We do not profit from delivery fees.
Third-Party Couriers:
For the majority of our orders, we rely on third-party courier services for delivery. Regular notifications will be sent and on the day of delivery the couriers will notify you via sms, call or email . If the courier is unable to reach you, we will get in touch with you to arrange an alternative solution.
Please note, you will be required to sign upon delivery, and the drivers may request a form of identification.
If there is something wrong with your product, we will gladly issue a full refund of 100% of your purchase amount. To process this, please reach out to us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za as soon as possible, and we will guide you through the refund process.
Order Cancellations: If you need to cancel your order, simply email us at info@mothercityliquor.co.za, and we’ll assist you with the cancellation process. Please note, cancellations will incur a small fee of 10%, which covers the transaction fees we incur for processing each order. If your order has already been shipped, please be aware that the shipping fee is non-refundable.
Consignment Orders:
We do not offer consignment stock or consignment deals.
Returns:
If you find that there is an issue with your product, you are eligible to return it to us. Here’s how you can initiate the return:
Exceptions to Returns:
Sale or Special Offer Items: Only regular-priced items are eligible for a refund. Unfortunately, items purchased on sale or as part of a special offer cannot be refunded.
