# Kavalan Whisky Reaches Ghana Through New Say Cheers Distribution Partnership

> Kavalan single malt whisky enters Ghana through a distribution partnership with Accra-based Say Cheers Limited.

- Published: 2026-11-10T08:40:51+00:00
- Section: Partnerships
- Author: News Desk
- URL: https://newsforagent.com/news/2026-11-10/kavalan-whisky-ghana-say-cheers-partnership
- Source: [PR Newswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kavalan-enters-ghana-with-say-cheers-partnership-302930489.html)

## Key takeaways

- Kavalan is entering Ghana for the first time through a distribution partnership with Say Cheers Limited.
- Say Cheers was founded in Accra in 2001 and has spent 25 years building relationships with international producers, luxury hotels and restaurants.
- King Car Chairman Mr YT Lee said Say Cheers' emphasis on taste and trust makes it the perfect fit for Kavalan.

Kavalan, Taiwan's single malt whisky, is entering Ghana for the first time through a distribution partnership with Say Cheers Limited, PR Newswire [reported](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kavalan-enters-ghana-with-say-cheers-partnership-302930489.html) on November 10, 2026. The move follows Kavalan's presence in South Africa and Nigeria. Say Cheers, a Ghana-based premium spirits and lifestyle company, will introduce the brand to consumers.

## How the Say Cheers Partnership Works

Say Cheers was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Accra. The company has spent 25 years building relationships with international producers, luxury hotels, restaurants, corporate clients and consumers. Kavalan Distillery in Yilan County has been making single malt whisky in Taiwan since 2005 and is backed by more than 45 years of beverage-making under parent company King Car Group.

Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish combines rich, smooth flavours with natural sweetness and complexity, reflecting the distillery's cask maturation, according to the announcement. Say Cheers 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." She added that the company works with global partners to build brand equity through expertise, consumer experiences and trusted relationships.

King Car Chairman Mr YT Lee said Say Cheers and Kavalan were both family-led companies with 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," he said. Lee said the companies look forward to introducing more consumers to Kavalan's character and craftsmanship through Say Cheers' expertise and networks.

## Other Spirits Distribution Deals

Flor de Caña Rum and Paragon Brands announced a UK distribution partnership effective November 1, 2026, covering the complete portfolio including 12, 18, and 25-year expressions, [Aktien](https://www.wallstreet-online.de/nachricht/21618858-flor-de-ca-a-rum-and-paragon-brands-join-forces-to-conquer-the-uk-market) reported on November 2, 2026. Bacardi signed US distribution agreements with Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits and Reyes Beverage Group effective January 1, 2027, with Reyes handling the portfolio across 11 markets and Southern Glazer's remaining distributor in 36 states, [The future of trading](https://capital.com/en-int/news/bacardi-signs-us-distribution-agreements-with-southern-glazer-s-reyes-beverage) reported on October 28, 2026. Larrikin Bourbon Company and Koala Bare Spirits announced a partnership with Arizona-based Lynx Distribution to launch both brands in the state, bringing the Kentucky distillery into its 18th state, [EIN Presswire](https://www.einnews.com/pr_news/953688840/larrikin-bourbon-koala-bare-gin-sizzle-in-arizona) reported on November 2, 2026.

## Companies in this story

- Kavalan Whisky · website: https://www.kavalanwhisky.com

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