GIHOC Distillery

The GIHOC Distillery

Where Quality Meets Tradition

Our Rich Heritage

GIHOC History

GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited was the first modern distillery to be established in West Africa. It was established by the pre-indepen-dence Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) in 1958 as the State Distilleries Corporation for the manufacture of alcoholic beverages. By NLCD 207, it however became a division of the then Ghana Industrial Holding Corporation (GIHOC) in 1968.

In 1980, the distillery together with 15 other divisions of GIHOC was reregistered and incorporated as a Limited Liability Company and wholly owned subsidiary of GIHOC, under Ghana's Companies Code, 1963 (Act 179). Following the closure of GIHOC, and subsequently the repeal of the statute incorporating it in 1993, GIHOC Distilleries became and has since remained a limited liability company, wholly owned by the Government of Ghana.

GDCL has since then performed creditably and established itself as a commercially sustainable enterprise in the alcoholic beverage industry in Ghana. It has over the years perfected the art of distillation, refinery, blending and manufacture of various types of alcoholic beverages for the local market and beyond and is now recognised as a market leader.

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Managing Director
Jones Borteye Applerh
Managing Director, GIHOC Distilleries

A Message From Our Managing Director

At GIHOC Distilleries, we take immense pride in our legacy as Ghana's premier distillery. For over six decades, we have perfected the art of creating exceptional spirits that capture the essence of our rich cultural heritage while meeting international quality standards.

Our journey has been defined by innovation, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Today, we continue to build upon this foundation, expanding our product range and reaching new markets while staying true to our time-honored traditions and values.

I invite you to explore our distillery, discover our prestigious range of spirits, and join us in celebrating the craft that has made GIHOC a household name across West Africa. As we look to the future, we remain dedicated to delivering premium quality products that honor our past while embracing the opportunities that lie ahead.

Through The Years