This traditional herbal liqueur, similar to French pastis, Italian Anice and Turkish raki, is one of the major Greek exporting goods. It has a very long history dating back to the ancient times of the Byzantine Empire. Modern ouzo distillation... more

Tsipouro, a Greek version of brandy, is mainly produced in Thessaly, Epirus, Macedonia and Crete. This strong distilled spirit is originally made from pomace – what is left after the pressing of grapes. It has been produced since the 14th century,... more

Similarly to tsipouro, this grape-based spirit originating from the island of Crete is typically made from the remaining parts of grapes pressed during the wine-making process. It is similar to Italian grappa and French marc, however... more

Deriving its name from raki and meli, meaning 'honey' in Greek, this traditional drink is a hot mixture of tsikoudia with honey and spices such as cinnamon, cardamom and cloves. Mainly produced in Crete, it is commonly drunk in the... more

Agiorgitoko wines made from the heat-resistant Agiorgitiko grape variety are among the most popular wines in Greece. Originally grown in the Nemea area of the Peloponnesus, Agiorgitiko grapes range from very acidic to delicate and sweet. This grape... more

This noble white grape variety, mostly grown on the island of Santorini is used to produce the best Greek white wines. Thanks to the rich in ash and minerals, arid volcanic soil, the wine has a distinctive flavour, perfectly balancing the acidity... more

This sweet, fortified wine derives its name from a dark grape variety, mostly grown in the Achaia region in Northern Peloponnese. The major producer is Achaia-Clauss, a winery founded in 1854 by the Bavarian Gustav Clauss, who came to Greece as a... more

Moschofilero has a distinctive spicy flavour and an aftertaste of orange blossom and grapefruit. Its aroma is very intense, floral and fruity. You can smell white rose, melon and citrus while sipping this exquisite drink. Aside from its local... more