Kavalan Enters Ghana With Say Cheers Partnership

Nov 10, 2026, 3:00 AM EST

Distributed by BlessFeed · Originally issued via PR Newswire

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Taiwanese whisky maker Kavalan said on Nov. 10, 2026 that it is entering the Ghanaian market through a new distribution partnership with Accra-based Say Cheers Limited. The release does not give a specific date for when the products become available.

Kavalan is entering Ghana for the first time through a distribution partnership with Say Cheers Limited.
Ghana follows South Africa and Nigeria as Kavalan's markets in Africa.
Say Cheers is a premium wines, spirits and lifestyle company founded in Accra in 2001.
The release highlights Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish as a product in the launch.
King Car Chairman YT Lee said both companies are family-led and share a commitment to quality.

The partnership brings Kavalan's single malt whisky to consumers and hospitality clients in Ghana for the first time, adding a third African market after South Africa and Nigeria. Say Cheers, a family-led company founded in 2001, will handle distribution.

Automated summary prepared by BlessFeed from the release below, which follows as issued.

African footprint expands following South Africa and Nigeria

TAIPEI, Nov. 10, 2026 — Kavalan, Taiwan's internationally acclaimed single malt whisky, is entering Ghana for the first time through a new distribution partnership with Say Cheers Limited. Following its presence in South Africa and Nigeria, the move marks another milestone in Kavalan's expansion across Africa.

Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish combines rich, smooth flavours with natural sweetness and complexity, reflecting the Taiwanese distillery’s distinctive character and expertise in cask maturation.

Founded in 2001, Say Cheers is one of Ghana's leading premium wines, spirits and lifestyle companies. Headquartered in Accra, it has spent 25 years building trusted relationships with international producers, luxury hotels, restaurants, corporate clients and discerning consumers.

Say Cheers Limited Founder and CEO Nana Adwoa Konadu Karikari said:

"At Say Cheers, we believe great brands are built through trusted partnerships, consistent execution, and a genuine understanding of the markets we serve. We work closely with our global partners to build enduring brand equity through expertise, meaningful consumer experiences, and trusted relationships. Our commitment is to create sustainable growth while preserving the heritage, craftsmanship, and premium positioning of every brand we represent."

King Car Chairman Mr YT Lee said Say Cheers and Kavalan were both family-led companies, which shared an uncompromising commitment to quality.

"It's important that partners share the same values, and Say Cheers' emphasis on taste and trust means they are the perfect fit for Kavalan. We look forward to introducing more consumers to our distinctive character and craftsmanship through Say Cheers' expertise and networks."

About Say Cheers Limited

Established in Accra in 2001, Say Cheers is a family-led premium wines, spirits and lifestyle company specialising in luxury hospitality, premium distribution and curated consumer experiences.

About Kavalan Whisky

Kavalan Distillery in Yilan County has been pioneering the art of single malt whisky in Taiwan since 2005. Our whisky, aged in intense humidity and heat, sources the crystal meltwaters of Snow Mountain and is enhanced by sea and mountain breezes. These conditions combine to create Kavalan's signature creaminess. Taking Yilan County's old name, our distillery is backed by more than 45 years of beverage-making under parent company, King Car Group. We have collected 1,000 gold or higher awards from the industry's most competitive contests.