Maheu is a traditional, non-alcoholic fermented maize drink enjoyed across Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, and beyond. It is made from maize meal (or leftover nsima), water, sugar, and malt, giving it a thick, slightly sour, lightly sweet flavor. While it is a drink rather than a solid street food, maheu is often enjoyed as a filling, on-the-go snack and is commonly sold in convenience stores and by commercial brands in a variety of flavors. Although many families still prepare it at home, it remains a popular everyday refreshment across the region.

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