There’s a new gin in town…

The story behind Kitapo African gin:

The Kafue River of the Zambezi is home to the infamous mermaid Kitapo. Infamous for her long black hair and red glowing eyes, Kitapo is said to have fallen in love with the river god Nyami Nyami. However, on being separated from his wife as a result of the construction of the Kariba dam, the river god is said to have unleashed vengeful floods and tremors that still plague the land today. 

Inspired by the mermaid, Kitapo African Gin is distilled in Cape Town with an unwavering commitment to quality. We have chosen ingredients grown under the African sun that are bold and truly embody the Spirit of Africa, more especially the Kafue River of the Zambezi.

At Kitapo, we aim to tell and celebrate the forgotten stories of our heritage. In addition to making products that we can be proud of and can identify with, we look forward to collaborating with other businesses to promote African stories and culture.

The gin itself:

Crafted from a blend of grape spirit our African Gin is traditional in flavour while allowing the palate to experience a sense of the Kafue River. We have infused this base with various organic botanicals from different river beds.

With juniper as the most prominent flavour, the gin is infused with hints of Turkish delight and rounded off by notes of cardamom and citrus. Once ice is added, the flavours bloom making each sip unforgettable. 

Perfectly poised to appeal to the sophisticated craft gin consumer, this gin is minimalist with a touch of elegance.