Naxos Citron Distillery Guided Tour: 1-Hour Immersion into Four Generations of Kitron Production

We have been a family-based business since 1915, known for our iconic citron leaf distillate. Sofia, the fourth generation, will take you on a guided tour of our distillery where the renowned Kitron is manufactured.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Promponas Distillery - No visit to Naxos would be complete without a trip to the Kitron distillery. Take a step back in time, sampling our traditional sweets and liqueurs, learning the secrets of distillation.
    The tour begins in the courtyard next to the beautiful garden of the Probona Distillery where you will have the opportunity to taste local citrus products and liqueurs, along with a selection of appetisers.
    A chance to taste various kinds of citrus fruit and traditional Naxian marzipan, covered in smooth, dark chocolate,citron- flavoured “halvadopita” and dried citrus fruit. Naxian ouzo, a must for any lover of all things Greek, can also be enjoyed with olives, bread sticks,a different kind of “ntakos” and a wide variety of our own fruit preserves.For those with a taste for the traditional, local “Rakomelo” and citron-flavoured raki will also be served with Naxian figs and nuts.
    Both tour and citron tasting last 60 minutes.
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic Beverages
Meal Options
  • Homemade lemonade
Location
Promponas Distillery
Λουκάκι
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Boardingpass463670
Aug 6, 2024
Sofia showed us the ropes - Sofia gave us a tour of the distillery and bottling plant. She took us through the citrus orchard and described the collection of leaves and the subsequent distillation. We then sat down to taste the various products of the distillery and paired cheeses, breads, and olives. She's quite an entertainer and took an interest in each member of the group, making quite a fuss over the young children. Highly recommend this tour!
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Jorgepj6932uz
Jul 29, 2024
Excellent immersion in local traditions - We had a look at the distillery and the truth is that we had an amazing time even when we were with our two-year-old daughter, Sofia was lovely the explanation very enjoyable and the test of everything was fantastic. Surely to know a country you must not miss your drink and food
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Sanjulaseneviratne
Jul 12, 2024
Best family friendly tour in Naxos! - We had a fabulous citron tasting with our 9 year old son who had the best time thanks to Sophia our host! Great citron and great snacks! Must do in Naxos!
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Adriana_m
Jul 9, 2024
Best tour on Naxos! - Sophia was an amazing representative to her family’s distillery. She was warm, gracious and knowledgeable about the business. She gave us a brief history about the distillery and its operations and she even showed us how to bottle our own Kitron as a take away gift. The food was delicious and the drinks were superb! Overall, a great day had by all. I would definitely recommend this to those visiting Naxos as this is the only island in Greece that has Kitron.
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Atltrvlguy
Jun 23, 2024
Possibly the best "gem" on Naxos? - I have been coming to Greece for 20 years. I have never left a culinary tasting or tour with such a wonderful impression. I have done tours all over the islands and mainland. If you are in Naxos, take a tasting and tour of the distillery. The host and every single person who was there working was so hospitable. You learn about the distillery, the process, Naxian foods, and culture, all while sipping wonderful drinks and pairing them with wonderful local food. It wasn't a quick "hustle" of a tour that they then offload you to the gift shop. This was truly a culturally enriching adventure. I cannot say it enough: IF IN NAXOS, GO!!
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Paul_w
Jun 21, 2024
Friendly and Boozy - Staff was passionate and engaging, Citron was flowing and tasty! Expect to spend 1.5-2hrs on this tour as it it is quite boozy. So much to try!
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Markli1786sh
Jun 11, 2024
Very fun experience, 10/10 would recommend - The tasting was wonderful! Great variety of Kitron and related alcohols, paired with foods that complement them. The tour was comprehensive, and Sofia is a knowledgeable, friendly, and funny guide to her and her family’s distillery.
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Malcolm_g
Jun 9, 2024
Citron, Citron, Citron. - A very memorable afternoon enjoying very special drinks with a great family run company. Recommend to all visitors of Naxos.
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Elspeth_j
Jun 6, 2024
Delightful and Fun and Only on Naxos - Sofia is warm and friendly and treats you like an immediate friend. The tour is so interactive and the lunch is amazing. Come hungry and ready to drink!
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Stephanie_k
May 21, 2024
Definitely recommend! - Sophia did an amazing job teaching us about her family’s business. Everyone who worked there was incredibly friendly. The Citron sampling and snacks were delicious.
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