We spent months comparing the major flavoured syrup brands available to South African cafes. Here's what we found: most are imported, almost all are loaded with sugar, and cafes are paying R3-4 per drink for the privilege. A+ Syrups delivers the same flavour profile, sugar-free, locally produced — at a lower cost per serving with healthier menu positioning.
Made in South Africa. No import delays, no currency exposure, faster lead times, and a strong local sourcing story for your brand.
Erythritol and sucralose sweetened. Suitable for diabetic, keto and health-conscious customers — a complete sugar-free menu option.
Manufactured in a GFSI Intermediate Level certified facility, fully R638 compliant. COA available with every batch.
Each 750ml bottle delivers 50 × 15ml servings. Industry-standard pour matches your existing barista workflow.
From R2.00 per drink in syrup cost — beats most imported wholesale pricing while letting you charge premium for "sugar-free" menu items.
Talk directly to the founder. No call centre, no chasing reps. Issues solved on WhatsApp in minutes, not days.
After months of researching every flavoured syrup brand available to South African cafes, we put the numbers in one place. Here's how A+ stacks up on what actually matters to your business.
| Criteria | Imported Brand A | Imported Brand B | A+ Syrups YOU WIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost per drink (cafe wholesale) | R2.27 – R3.06 | R2.50 – R3.40 | From R2.00 |
| Sugar content (per 100ml) | 40–60g | 50–65g | 0g |
| Calories per serving (15ml) | ~52 kcal | ~58 kcal | ~0.2 kcal |
| Allergen-free | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Suitable for diabetics / keto | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Country of origin | Imported 🌍 | Imported 🌍 | South Africa 🇿🇦 |
| Currency / import risk | EUR/USD exposure | EUR/USD exposure | None |
| Typical lead time | 2–4 weeks | 3–5 weeks | 2–5 days |
| Servings per bottle | 66 (1L) | 66 (1L) | 50 (750ml) |
| GFSI / food safety cert | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| COA per batch | On request | On request | Standard |
| Direct founder access | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Menu marketing power | Standard | Standard | "Sugar-free" premium |
| Reorder hassle | Distributor chain | Distributor chain | WhatsApp reorder |
Comparison based on publicly available product information and SA wholesale market research conducted during 2026. Cost per drink based on 15ml standard pour.
That's R13,500 per store per year in syrup cost savings alone — before factoring in the new diabetic, keto, and health-conscious customers your sugar-free menu items will attract.
Pricing per 750ml bottle, excluding VAT. Volume commitment unlocks better pricing — discuss your needs with our team.
Payment terms: 100% upfront for first 3 orders. 50% deposit + 50% on delivery thereafter. NET 14 day terms available for established accounts (6+ months trading).
Everything your buyer or food safety team needs. Full COAs and spec sheets available per flavour on request.
Tell us about your business and we'll get back to you within 24 hours with pricing, samples and next steps.