We’re thrilled to announce that KO Dry Cider is now available, crafted specifically to appeal to beer drinkers who are looking for something different.

Made right here in Kenya, KO Dry Cider is a crisp, dry, and refreshing cider with 5% ABV, available in 330ml bottles and 500ml cans. It’s priced to compete directly with both imported ciders and popular local beers. Whether you’re winding down after a long day or catching up with friends over the weekend, KO Dry Cider is made for those easy, laid-back occasions.

Since 2020, Kenya’s cider market has experienced significant growth, increasing by over 200% in volume, while beer has grown by just 1% annually over the past five years. We’ve seen this shift firsthand. More and more people are looking for drinks that reflect their tastes, their values, and their lifestyle.

KO Dry Cider is our answer: Crisp, refreshing, flavour-forward, and proudly Kenyan.

We’ve designed KO Dry Cider to stand out, from its crisp, clean taste to its bold green apple and racetrack-inspired packaging. Like all our products, KO Dry Cider is made using locally sourced ingredients and packaged in fully recyclable bottles and cans.

We’re also incredibly proud to be launching KO at a time of real momentum for African Originals. In April, we became the first gin and cider company in Africa to earn B Corp certification, a big step forward in our commitment to doing business responsibly. That same month, we introduced Kenya’s first locally made RTD gin and tonic, and continued to grow our footprint in Uganda.

“KO Dry Cider is our first truly mainstream cider, crafted specifically to appeal to beer drinkers who are looking for something different. As the cider category grows and consumer tastes shift, we see a clear opportunity to challenge the dominance of beer with a locally made, flavour-forward alternative. This launch marks a new chapter for African Originals, as we expand into the heart of the everyday drinking occasion with a product that’s proudly Kenyan and built for scale”, Alex Chappatte, Founder and CEO of African Originals.

Where You’ll Find KO Dry Cider

KO Dry Cider is already available is the following outlets:

• Supermarkets
• Wines & spirits shops
• Local bars and beer gardens
• E-commerce platforms

So wherever you like to chill, a KO Dry Cider will be right there with you, cold, crisp, and crafted for good times.