A Proudly Zimbabwean gin

Matobo African Gin

Matobo African Gin is a proudly Zimbabwean craft gin celebrating culture, heritage, and community. Infused with locally sourced botanicals, it embodies the spirit of Zimbabwe: authentic, homegrown, and made for those who value tradition and taste.

Our Brands

Matobo African Gin, the Matobo Gin Festival, and Kalahari Gin all fall under the Comrades Beverages umbrella. Together, they stand at the forefront of innovation, crafting experiences and spirits that build a lasting legacy.

Matobo African gin

Kalahari gin

Matobo gin Festival

Comrades Beverages

The makers of Matobo African gin

Comrades Beverages is a dynamic, youth-driven company transforming Zimbabwe’s beverage landscape through innovation and creativity. As the makers of Matobo African Gin, the team is redefining local craftsmanship, championing proudly Zimbabwean products, and building a lasting legacy rooted in excellence and community empowerment.

100% Homegrown

Proudly inspired by local ingredients, culture, & heritage.

Community Centred

Built to empower local people, talent, and businesses.

Conservation Driven

Dedicated to preserving Matobo’s beauty & wildlife.

Our social responsibility

The Annual Matobo Gin Festival

The Matobo Gin Festival celebrates gin, music, and culture within the scenic Matobo National Park, in collaboration with ZimParks and local partners, promoting conservation, empowering communities, and supporting sustainable tourism through shared appreciation of nature and heritage.

customer feedback

What our customers say
Matobo African gin

An amazing well crafted gin that exceeded my expectations. I love the smooth taste and great smell. I would highly recommend it for everyone who drinks gin.
Andile Mthongana
Very good in taste, light in alcohol, blends with a lot of mixers and the bottle itself looks good. Love it, our very own Its smooth, not too hush, goes down very well. It's genuinely good
Samantha Gama
great for camping and outdoor experience
Frank QSmadumuse