Matawi Mead: Great for your Palate and the Planet

Matawi: A Commitment to Water Conservation

At Matawi, our mission goes beyond creating premium spirits. We believe in crafting products that not only deliver exceptional flavour but also uphold a deep respect for the planet. One of the ways we demonstrate this commitment is through water conservation, an...

Matawi: Saving the Planet, One Bottle at a Time

At Matawi, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword – it’s the very foundation of who we are. Every bottle of Matawi Honey Gin and Liqueur reflects our commitment to making a positive impact on the environment, while delivering the finest quality product to our customers....

The Origins of Mead

Popular Culture Revival Archaeological finds attest to the fact that many ancient cultures around the world once regularly indulged in the alcoholic honey beverage ‘mead’. You may recognize the name, since mead is enjoying somewhat of a resurgence, owing to its...

Women in Business: MATAWI

2016, at the height of the worst drought Cape Town, had experienced in centuries, entrepreneur Khanya Mncwabe and friends gathered and considered what they could do to alleviate pressure on the water while meeting a customer need.   And so MATAWI was born, an...

Nokukhanya Mncwabe On Resilience

Nokukhanya Mncwabe was a self-described “roll-up your sleeves” hustler, a multitasking consultant working across the Africa. Mncwabe decided to channel her energy and passion for the continent into reviving an ancient “drink of the gods” for a new generation. Mncwabe...