Many local craft breweries’ packaging has become as visually pleasing to the eye as their beer is pleasurable to the palate.

DARLING BREW: Taking their cue from nature, Philippa and Kevin Wood create flavourful brews while highlighting endangered species. The decidedly bright and bold labels are designed by friend Carlos Simoes with input from Kevin. BEST SELLER: Slow Beer STYLE OF BEER: Slow fermentation and conditioning.

CAPE BREWING COMPANY: Imperial IPA

DRIFTER: Legend Lager

GROWLER BREWING CO: Bushveld Blonde Ale

JACK BLACK’S BREWING CO.: In collaboration with freelance designer Dan Goodman, the folk at Jack Black’s opted for a nostalgic approach. “We wanted to create a label that would remind people of the pre-Prohibition era,” says Robert McCulloch of Jack Black’s. Hence the retro look. BEST SELLER: Brewer’s Lager, STYLE OF BEER: Traditional methods using a Kaspar Schulz German brewhouse system.

WOODSTOCK BREWERY: Pot Belge Amber Ale

SXOLLIE: This award-winning South African cider brand loves local. When asked about the label design, Laura Clacey, who together with her husband Karol Ostaszewski owns Sxollie, says: “It had to be proudly South African- from the colour palette to the design. The use of the X’es is inspired by African pottery.

TWO OKES BREWERY: Blonde Ale

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Leaving your shopping a little bit late this year? Here are 10 last-minute gift ideas for you to choose from.

(Remember, you can also take a look at 13 Gifts For Him and 13 Gifts For Her if you’re stuck!)

1. West Indian Lime Soap For Him (3 x 150g) R480, Crabtree & Evelyn

2. Cape Brewing Company Craft Colab Gift Set R749, The League Of Beers

3. Narrow Enamel Bangle R299, Mimco

4. Halōs Brass Table Lamp R1808, Leg Studios at Hello Pretty

5. Brass Signet Ring Solid Triangle R190, Long Jean Silver at Kin

6. Black Specks Coin Purse R150, Zana

7. Bold Metallic Stripe Logo Tote R499, Country Road

8. Graham Beck Cuvée Clive Cap Classique R520, Graham Beck Wines

9. Fox Ring R859, Folkloriika at Superbalist.com

10. Yuppiechef Something Savoury Gift Box R629, Yuppiechef.com

Looking for more gift ideas? Check out our handy guides to 13 Gifts For Him and 13 Gifts For Her.

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Cape Brewing Company recently launched their Craft Colab video series, which aims to showcase up-and-coming designers and crafters in South Africa.

The first video of the series focuses on My Bro Tie. Started in November 2013 in Porterville, this trendy brand now boasts over 200 different bow ties. Here’s their story.

For more information, visit facebook.com/mybrotie or email info@mybrotie.co.za.

(video via Cape Brewing Company)

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