Black Eagle Brewing Co.

West Coast Craft Beer Excellence

Founded in 2014 and housed in a heritage fish house dating back to the early 1900s in the heart of Langebaan village, Black Eagle Brewing Co. has become a West Coast craft beer institution. The brewery is named after the stately pair of Verreaux's eagles that nest nearby, reflecting its deep connection to the local environment.

Under new ownership since 2023, the brewery maintains its commitment to quality craft beer with a distinctly South African character. The intimate taproom offers indoor and vine-covered outdoor seating that creates a lekker laid-back atmosphere perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the lagoon.

Distinctive Beer Selection

Black Eagle's craft beer lineup showcases both traditional styles and innovative local twists:

• Salt of the Earth - A Gose-style beer brewed with Langebaan lagoon seawater offering unique minerality
• Weskus Brekfis - Belgian Witbier with fruit and spices, perfect for morning beach sessions
• Katjie van die Baan - A straightforward beer honoring the Cape Lion that once swam across the lagoon
• Moedersmelk - Sweet stout with roasty notes that's become a local favorite
• Queue de Lion - Saison brewed with the local herb Wilde Dagga (Lion's Tail)

Experience

The R85 beer tasting flight offers excellent value, featuring six different brews. The staff share fascinating stories behind each beer, making the experience both educational and entertaining. Board games are available to enjoy while sampling, creating a social atmosphere where strangers often become friends over a pint.

Pair your beer with their cheese and charcuterie platters or freshly made flatbreads. On some days, you might find a vendor selling Polish pierogi - the potato, cheese and bacon version pairs particularly well with their IPA.

Visitor Tips

• Best visited in the late afternoon when the vine-covered patio offers welcome shade
• Weekdays are quieter for those wanting to chat with staff about the brewing process
• Limited edition seasonal brews like their Christmas Ale often sell out quickly
• Bring cash for tipping and merchandise purchases
• Wheelchair users should note there are steps to both indoor and outdoor areas

Come wrap your talons around a cold one at this authentic West Coast brewery where quality craft beer, good vibes, and the local spirit of Langebaan come together. As locals say, "Local is lekker" - and Black Eagle certainly delivers on that promise.