Handre Pollard is the newest Springbok to promote an alcoholic drink – a brandy dubbed Invictus.
The renowned flyhalf has recently made his return to the Bulls following a five-year stint playing overseas.
HANDRE POLLARD FRONTS BRANDY BRAND
On his Instagram account, Handre Pollard announced his role as the ambassador for Invictus VSOP Cape Brandy, which has just hit the shelves of Checkers Liquor stores nationwide.
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In a humorous video, the flyhalf was shown surprising shoppers at Checkers while disguised.
After clinching his second Rugby World Cup title, Pollard and several of his fellow Springboks marked the occasion with their preferred drinks.
Pollard’s beverage of choice is brandy – or “brannas en coke” – which he consumed in large quantities.
BOKS AND BOOZY BUSINESS
The journey of Handre Pollard into the alcoholic beverage market mirrors the paths taken by many other Springboks.
Here are some examples…
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Trevor Nyakane – Nyakane Gin
As per The Noblex, the Springboks prop created his gin during the “lockdown hobby.”
Steven Kitshoff – Bomb Squad Lager
Emphasizing his well-known association with the Boks’ “Bomb Squad,” Steven launched the beer alongside teammate Malcolm Marx.
This alcoholic beverage surfaced just weeks ahead of the Rugby World Cup commencement.
They shared their inspiration: “We love a second half…It tastes of victory”.
Percy Montgomery – El Centurion 102 Tequila
The former Springbok debuted his own tequila brand in 2021. The legendary player allocates a portion of his earnings to support underprivileged communities.
