Happy Hour Up the Tower

~ 5:30pm - 6:30pm EVERYDAY ~

At Shongwe we believe in creativity and having a lot of fun. We believe in adventure and trying new things. Our beautiful bar crew have stirred up their creative juices and come up with their very own cocktails they’d like you to try!

We’d love to hear your feedback which you can fill out on the provided forms. Your feedback might make their cocktails even more awesome.

$5 Barman's Specials

Willard’s Fire and Ice Gin and Tonic

Step inside the ring of fire for a punch of blood orange, icy fresh lemon, and a hint of Zambezi chili pepper! Chirpy and Cheeky! Refreshing with a kick on the way down!

5 Mandla’s Victorian Rasta

Mozi Coconut, Victorian Strawberries, Honde Valley Pineapples and Jamaican Rum – crushed on ice. Trust us, it’s nice.

5 Mosie’s Mojo

Zingy and Zesty. Frozen, fresh and minty with sour lemon and rum. Mosie’s frozen Mojito.

5 Edward’s Mzilikazi Roller

Named after a local beauty, a bird with lilac plumage and azure blue wings. Gin, Litchi, Blue Curacao, Mint, shaken and muddled through ice. Edwardian and Elegant!

5 Muku’s Moscow Donkey

Not quite the mule. It’s better than that. Has more kick. Plenty of Vodka. Fresh, frosty with plenty of zest

5 I need Beer on Tap now!

Any Pint of Victoria Falls’ very own craft beer from The River Brewery

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White Wines

Choose from a selection of uplifting white wines both local & imported.

bubbly

THE BISCUIT TIN, PANDORAS BOX

A pleasant Sparkler, suitable for any occasion, with hints of apple and brioche.

20 Pierre Jourdan MCC Belle Rosé

A full nose of strawberries and cream, followed by fresh acidity and red fruit palate.

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ROSÉ

KUMUSHA CINSAULT ROSÉ

A vibrant and harmonious wine with aromas of cherry and strawberry, complimented by subtle floral and spice notes.

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Sauvignon blanc

KUMUSHA

Zippy and fresh with tropical fruit aromas and notes of melon, passion fruit and guava.

20 PAINTED WOLF

An elegant Stellenbosch wine with soft aromas of tropical fruit, peach, and a bit of lemon on the nose. On the palate flavours of melon, passion fruit and the freshness of gooseberries as well as cut grass create a long lasting tail.

20 ALMENKERK

Elgin. This single-vineyard wine is crafted to be the ultimate expression of Elgin’s cool climate. Elegant, complex with a core of minerality. A true terroir wine, it osets the typical green aromas of Sauvignon Blanc with the tropical tones of fully ripened fruit.

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Chenin blanc

KUMUSHA

A fresh zinger, with aromas of pear, white peach and a pop of lime. Cantaloupe, melon and papaya flavours finish this dry wine.

20 DRYLAND COLLECTION

Citrus, pear, peach and pineapple notes are only some of the aromas evident in the aromatics of this wine. The palate boasts hints of citrus, litchi and vanilla, while the finish is crisp with a well-defined acidity.

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Chardonnay

LANDSKROON CHARDONNAY

A wine with a dry, well-rounded finish, packed with rich lemony fruit and tropical flavours.

20 CONSTANTIA UITSIG

Distinctive citrus notes of kumquat and grapefruit on the nose, leading to subtle aromas of white peach and dried pears. This fruit-driven bouquet carries through to the palate, where ripe pear flavours deliver a characteristic, full-bodied mouthfeel, developing into a delicate ruby grapefruit aftertaste.

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Riesling

PAUL CLUVER

Elgin. Wonderfully fragrant Riesling with foral blossom notes, tropical and citrus fruits. Sweet on the entry with flavours of mango, orange and fresh melon. Finishing off with lime and lemongrass.

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Red Wines

Choose from a selection of sophisticated red wines both local & imported.

Cabernet Sauvignon

KUMUSHA

A beautiful red, with berry fruit flavours to lure you in, coffee and chocolate to finish.

20 PAINTED WOLF

Paarl, Stellenbosch, Swartland. This medium-bodied cabernet sauvignon has aromas of redcurrant, blueberry, blackberry, and cigar box with a touch of oak. The wine has a lovely rich texture, soft ripe tannins with a long fruit driven finish.

25 DELHEIM

Stellenbosch. Aromas of cassis, plum, cedar wood and cigar box with a slight herbaceous undertone. The palate is well structured with fine and delicate tannins and beautiful oak integration. Cassis flavours linger on the finish.

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Merlot

GENELLY

Stellenbosch. The Glass Collection Merlot is a deep rich coloured wine. It displays intense dark fruit aromas and spicy plums, the wine reminds one of a Black Forest Gateaux. This Merlot shows tremendous concentration, richness and generous fruit on the palate with fine but well balanced tannins to embrace it all.

25 DELHEIM

Stellenbosch. Notes of tobacco, dark fruit mainly plum and hints of buchu. A medium bodied and fruit driven style of Merlot, with a subtle structure and silky tannins. Fleshy plums, cigar box and oak undertones with very smooth and silky tannins.

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Pinotage

PAINTED WOLF

Paarl and Swartland. An intense fruit packed wine with blueberry and mulberry, a hint of milk chocolate, toasty wood flavours, firm savoury tannins and a lingering finish.

20 DRYLAND COLLECTION

It is a known fact that Pinotage vineyards flourish under dryland conditions. The dark colour, explicit aromatics and juicy structure of this wine is a testament to this traditional way of grape farming.

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Shiraz

ALVIS DRIFT

A medium-bodied wine boasting plum and mulberry flavours, with notes of pepper, savoury spice, eucalyptus and vanilla.

20 KAAPZICHT SUIDOOSTER

Stellenbosch. Deep purple core, with a ruby rim. Opens with sweet floral perfumes, developing further to reveal wild bramble, mulberry, spicy rhubarb and liquorice. Generous palate and juicy, but also quite focussed and elegant, with harmonious, well integrated oak, and a clean, appetising and long finish.

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Beer

Choose from our selection of delicious and refreshing local beers.

RIVER BREWERY ON TAP

PAINTED DOG PALE ALE 5%

A vibrant American Pale Ale, beautifully flavoured with late addition Pacific North West Hops. A lovely bitter ale, very smooth and highly quaffable on a hot afternoon.

$5 pint & $3 half-pint

BAOBAB PILSENER 4.2%

A crisp ale infused with real baobab fruit, wild-harvested by local communities in the KAZA Transfrontier Conservation Area. This lovely crisp pilsner is light with a distinct delicious nuttiness to it.

$5 pint & $3 half-pint

KAZA BLONDE 4.6%

An easy drinking, but full bodied blonde ale brewed with Belgian Barley and Noble Hops.

$5 pint & $3 half-pint

Local Beers

Long Neck Lager

3 Zambezi

3 Carlings Black Label

3 Golden Pilsener

3 Castle Lager

3 Castle Light

3 Savanna Cider

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Non Alcoholic Beers

Heineken 0%

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COCKTAILs

Choose from a wide variety of delicious alcoholic coktails.

COCKTAIL Selection

ELDERFLOWER G&T

A light, subtle drink, this sweetheart offers a perfectly balanced, refreshing floral flavour

6 CUCUMBER AND ROSEMARY G&T

A light, sweet cocktail with fresh cucumber and hints of rosemary.

6 POMEGRANATE G&T

A classic G&T with a twist; sweet, tart and 6delicious.

6 MANGO AND MINT G&T

Give your G&T a tropical taste with this revitalizing local combo.

6 CLASSIC MARGARITA

A citrusy duo of lime and orange offering fresh, crisp flavours.

9 WATERMELON MARGARITA

A perfectly pretty, fun drink, with a refreshing watermelon twist.

8 STRAWBERRY DAQUIRI

A frosty, fruity blend of strawberry, citrusslush and a bit of fizzy fun.

9 MANGO DAQUIRI

A fruity mango cocktail; bright, sweet and summery.

9 PLAIN MOJITO

A refreshing summer drink with a twist of lime and mint.

8 CUCUMBER MOJITO

A spring-time kick, featuring cucumber; light refreshing and delicious.

8 WATERMELON MOJITO

An uplifting, summery, semi-sweet cocktail packed with flavour.

8 PINA COLADA

A tropical blend of rich coconut cream, white rum and tangy pineapple.

9 LAVENDER AND VANILLA MARTINI

A vision in purple, this drink is infused with hints of vanilla, and a light, floral taste.

8 RAPID 13

Spicy and strong, bitter and sweet, this citrusy beverage will take you for a ride.

8 LONG ISLAND

A classic cocktail, simple and delicious, sweet and sour, with splashes of cola.

9 SHONGWE SUNRISE

Sunny, sparkly and bitter-sweet, give our house cocktail a whirl.

9 MOSCOW MULE

A delightfully fizzy cocktail garnished with a slice of tangy lime and mint leaves.