Spirits & Liqueurs · West Africa · Founded 2017
WAKIZA
The determined warrior. African hospitality. The pride of our terroir in every glass.
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The determined warrior. African hospitality. The pride of our terroir in every glass.
WINEX GLOBAL INDUSTRIES was born in November 2017 in the heart of Benin, carried by the vision of Godwin Kodjo Akpédjé Agahu, a passionate entrepreneur, trained agronomist, and son of West African soil.
His founding conviction: West Africa is rich in botanical, aromatic and culinary treasures that deserve to be showcased in internationally competitive products, proudly carrying their African identity.
From this conviction was born the brand WAKIZA — a name borrowed from a Native American language, meaning Determined Warrior. A symbol chosen for its universality and its resonance with the spirit that drives the company: uncompromising determination, excellence without excuses.
Today, WINEX GLOBAL INDUSTRIES operates two complementary brands — WAKIZA and OJU — representing seven references made with 100% African raw materials, distributed in Benin, Côte d'Ivoire and Burkina Faso.
An exceptional spirit crafted from a unique blend of African aromatic spices. Warm notes of ginger, Guinea pepper and sweet spices. Ideal neat, on the rocks, or in a sophisticated cocktail.
The tropical sweetness of soursop elevated into a smooth liqueur. Exotic fruity notes, a creamy, velvety texture. SHURI is soursop carried to its most elegant expression.
Benin's cashew nut transformed into a generous, creamy liqueur. Aromas of roasted cashew, vanilla and light caramel. A unique expression of Beninese terroir, where cashew is one of the leading export crops.
Tropical indulgence at its finest. A creamy liqueur made from fresh West African coconuts, rich and generous, with notes of fresh coconut, coconut milk and a light sweetness. The African answer to the world's great cream liqueurs.
The heritage of African medicinal plants, bottled. Made from cola nut, tigernut, ginger, and selected leaves and roots, MOUGOULY is a powerful, aphrodisiac and energizing bitter liqueur. The warrior's strength, in every sip.
For those who want the energy and plant-based benefits of MOUGOULY without the alcohol. A natural functional drink, aphrodisiac and energizing, made from the same botanical base as the original MOUGOULY. 100% natural, zero alcohol, 100% warrior.
Bottles, terroir, behind-the-scenes production, and tasting moments.
Three recipes to reveal the best of each WAKIZA reference — at home or at the bar.
Pour all ingredients into a glass filled with ice. Stir gently with a spoon. Garnish with an apple slice and a lemon wheel.
Muddle the basil at the bottom of the glass to release its aroma. Add crushed ice, WAKIZA SHURI and lime juice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with fresh basil.
Fill a stemmed glass with ice. Pour in the WAKIZA MOUGOULY and blood orange juice. Top with sparkling water. Stir gently and garnish with an orange wheel.
Terroir stories, events, partnerships and behind-the-scenes production — everything that brings the WAKIZA brand to life.
The technical and strategic equation behind WAKIZA CAJU — turning an export commodity into a new global cream liqueur category.
Why WINEX believes West African spirits deserve their place alongside the world's greatest references.
How a fruit everyone knows became a spirits category that didn't exist before us.
The story of WAKIZA SHURI, or how to reveal the value of a fruit we've always known.
From family knowledge passed down orally to a liqueur manufactured to international standards.
The journey of Godwin Kodjo Akpédjé Agahu, from agronomy to founding WINEX Global Industries.
The testing and refining process behind every signature recipe in the Blog.
A market of 400 million people, rapid urbanization, a rising middle class and growing African pride. The ground is perfect for WAKIZA.
Premium spirits and liqueurs consumption in West Africa is undergoing a deep transformation. Urban consumers are looking for authentic, quality products that carry their identity. WAKIZA answers this aspiration precisely.
Distributors, investors, partners, media or consumers — we're always available for a meaningful conversation. WAKIZA hospitality extends to every exchange.
