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Matawi

Matawi, which means ‘branches’ in Swahili, is a sustainable spirits company based in Cape Town, South Africa. Incorporated in 2018 following the worst drought the Western Cape had experienced in over a century, Matawi’s founders were motivated to bring to market a “future-proofed” alcohol brand: one with a lighter environmental impact, with the potential to generate income opportunities for historically disadvantaged communities, by preferentially procuring the natural ingredients used to craft Matawi's range from rural producers (with women and youth particularly prioritised), thereby contributing to the alleviation of poverty and inequality in South Africa.

What we offer
  • Small batch Matawi Honey Gin (500ml distilled mead) 
  • Small batch Matawi Honey Liqueur (500ml fortified mead)<

Mead (fermented honey) was chosen for Matawi's first range as it does not require the irrigation of base crops, which means far less water is used to make Matawi than other forms of alcohol. 

How our company benefits the community

Matawi preferentially procures the agricultural produce used to craft its range from rural community, with effort taken to prioritise women and youth in particular.

Matawi also takes pride in showcasing the heritage it strives to conserve and innovate, partnering with local design groups to produce special-edition beaded, ceramic, etc. items to accompany its sustainable spirits.

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