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Malamba

Fermented sugarcane drink

Equatorial Guinea and Gabon Wine & spirit Vegetarian

Your guide, Chef Baku
Drawn, not photographed Updated September 2026
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History

Distilled or fermented from sugarcane planted on colonial estates, it is the island alcohol drunk at celebrations and poured for guests.

Frequently asked questions

What is Malamba?

Malamba is a wine & spirit from Equatorial Guinea: fermented sugarcane drink. Distilled or fermented from sugarcane planted on colonial estates, it is the island alcohol drunk at celebrations and poured for guests.

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sugar

Cooked

fermentedbrewed

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