Two individuals were arrested in Serres, Greece for the illegal import and transportation of alcohol, including 75 liters of tsipouro and 55 liters of unmarked wine. The arrests were made by the Anti-Smuggling and Cross-Border Crime Unit after a vehicle…
In Monovrysi, municipality of Emmanouil Papas in Serres, the traditional production of tsipouro has resumed, showcasing the age-old techniques and community spirit. Third-generation distiller Christos Balios shares insights into the distillation process, emphasizing its cultural significance as a social drink…
Starting October 25, Greece has entered its distillation season, lasting for approximately two months. In Kastonria, the distillery of Konstantinos and Dimitris Kapris is producing fine tsipouro. Although the season began earlier this year, production is down due to drought…
In Ptolemaida, the distilleries have started their annual tsipouro production earlier than usual, approximately ten days ahead of previous years. This year, the process is expected to last about two months. While the quantity of tsipouro produced has decreased, quality…
Alexandros Alexiou, a traditional tsipouro distiller from Neochoropoulo, Ioannina, reported a satisfactory harvest this year despite facing hail damage in August. He managed to produce 600-700 kilograms of grapes from his two hectares of vineyards. Alexiou’s tsipouro, crafted using local…
