Katsaros Legendary Ouzo

Katsaros Legendary Ouzo is a premium Greek ouzo from Tyrnavos, crafted by the Katsaros family—the oldest ouzo distillery in Greece, established in 1856. It is a pure distillate made with 14 fragrant seeds and herbs, offering a rich, authentic taste that reflects generations of tradition.

🥃 Product Overview

• Classification: Ouzo with Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Tyrnavos
• Origin: Tyrnavos, Greece – birthplace of ouzo
• Producer: Katsaros Distillery, family‑owned since 1856
• Alcohol Content: 40% ABV
• Production: Distilled in copper boilers (1,000L capacity) using alcohol of agricultural origin, water, and 14 carefully selected botanicals including aniseed, fennel seed, and star anise.
• Process: Only the “heart” of the distillate is kept, diluted with water, lightly sweetened, rested in stainless steel tanks for 2 weeks, then filtered and bottled. Each distillation is supervised by the Government Chemistry Laboratory.

👃 Tasting Notes

• Color: Clear; turns milky‑white when diluted with water.
• Nose: Dominant anise aroma, layered with cinnamon, nutmeg, coriander, and Mediterranean herbs.
• Palate: Rich, natural taste from the blend of 14 botanicals, with a balance of spice and sweetness.
• Finish: Smooth and lingering, with refreshing herbal complexity.

🍴 Pairings & Serving

• Pairings: Perfect with seafood appetizers, fried foods, and intensely flavored meze.
• Serving Temperature: Best enjoyed cool (around 10°C) with cold water or ice cubes.

🎨 Heritage & Prestige

• Legacy: Katsaros Distillery is recognized as the oldest ouzo distillery in Greece—and the world.
• Craftsmanship: Four generations of expertise, secret recipes preserved and refined with modern copper stills.
• Recognition: Awarded medals and distinctions at international exhibitions since 1889.
• Philosophy: A marriage of tradition and technology, producing spirits of exquisite quality that embody Greek hospitality and culture.