Kinnie, Malta’s iconic soft drink, is now also produced in Ghana, marking a historic milestone: the brand’s first manufacturing footprint on the African continent.

In partnership with Acadia Industries, a Ghanaian company with a strong record in the FMCG business, this strategic expansion brings the refreshing taste of Kinnie to Ghanaian consumers, crafted with the same iconic recipe and quality standards that have made the brand a household name in Malta and beyond.

"This launch is not just about bringing a drink to market — it’s about forging a long-term partnership with our established and reputable partner in Ghana, investing in local capability, and sharing a piece of Maltese heritage with West Africa," said Mr Michael Farrugia, Deputy CEO (Beverage Business) of Simonds Farsons Cisk plc.

"Ghana’s vibrant culture, business-friendly environment, rapidly growing beverage market and appreciation for herbal-infused beverages make it the perfect place for our first African production,” added Mr Farrugia.

Through this franchise partnership, all operations — from production to distribution — are carried out by the Ghanaian partner company with ongoing support from Malta.

Mr Fouad Moufarrej, Managing Director of Acadia Industries, added: “We are excited to be entrusted with bringing Malta’s iconic soft drink to Ghana. This collaboration represents a fusion of Mediterranean flair and African dynamism, and we are confident Ghanaian consumers will embrace this unique beverage that is distinctly different from most other soft drinks on the market today.”

Simonds Farsons Cisk has plans to introduce Kinnie to other markets in both West Africa and East Africa during the next 2 to 3 years in association with carefully chosen strategic partners with a shared interest in introducing consumers in these markets to a beverage that tastes distinctly different and uniquely mixes well with a broad spectrum of alcoholic drinks and spirits.