Maheu Plant for Fermented Drinks

Traditional Fermentation Meets Modern Efficiency

Maheu, the nutritious cereal-based fermented drink, has long been a staple across Southern Africa. Known for its natural probiotic content, energy-rich formulation, and slightly sour taste, Maheu is gaining attention as a functional health beverage globally. At Goma, we bring you an advanced Maheu Processing Plant—designed to retain authenticity while ensuring consistent, hygienic, and scalable production.

From startups looking to launch regional Maheu variants to commercial beverage brands aiming for large-scale production, our turnkey systems enable complete process control—from cereal grinding and fermentation using a dedicated fermentation tank to flavoring, pasteurization, and filling. With an optional pasteurizer integrated into the flow, your Maheu drinks can now achieve a longer shelf life without compromising on nutritional value.

Cooling & Inoculation Tank

Functionality:
1) Cools down slurry to optimal inoculation temperature.
2) Allows controlled probiotic culture addition.
3) Temperature-regulated for precise control.
4) Integrated inlet for starter or lactic acid bacteria dosing.

Benefits:
1) Ensures consistency in fermentation batches.
2) Enables accurate bacterial propagation.
3) Protects active cultures during process.

Fermentation Tank

Functionality:
1) Maintains 8–24-hour fermentation cycle.
2) Equipped with pH and temperature monitoring.br> 3) Stirring mechanism ensures homogenous fermentation.
4) Constructed for cleanable, non-reactive processing.

Benefits:
1) Supports probiotic development and product quality.
2) Ensures stable acidity and taste profile.
3) Facilitates traditional or fortified recipes.

Flavour Mixing Tank

Functionality:
1) Post-fermentation flavor integration.
2) Handles fruit pulps, spices, sweeteners, or herbs.
3) Designed for low-shear mixing to preserve texture.
4) Optional jacketed design for mild heating.

Benefits:
1) Enables product diversification.
2) Maintains natural ingredient quality.
3) Easy to clean between batches.

Homogenizer

Functionality:
1) Reduces particle size for a uniform, creamy mouthfeel.
2) High-pressure system to emulsify ingredients.
3) SS304/316 construction with safety valves.
4) CIP-compatible for quick cleaning.

Benefits:
1) Improves product texture and stability.
2) Reduces settling in bottled Maheu.
3) Enhances shelf appeal and consistency.

CIP System

Functionality:
1) Fully automated Clean-In-Place solution.
2) Cleans tanks, pipelines, and internal surfaces.
3) Programmable for different cleaning cycles.
4) Compatible with hot water, alkali, or acid agents.

Benefits:
1) Minimizes downtime between batches.
2) Maintains hygiene and GMP compliance.
3) Reduces cleaning labor and water usage.