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: 24 hours
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…
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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Elle_h
Jun 15, 2025
So fun! - This was an unforgettable experience! Sophia was an exceptional host—warm, fun, and truly unforgettable. We enjoyed generous tastings that gave us a real feel for the history and culture behind traditional Greek spirits. The distillery itself was full of charm and character. I highly recommend this excursion to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable adventure!
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Stacey
Jun 7, 2025
Perfect morning at a perfect place. - My review cannot compare to the visit we had with Sofia at her families distillery. It was perfect. We miss Sofia as much as we miss Naxos and have imitated her (with love) already a billion times since we have been home… “Judi… are you drunk Judi?” (Judi is my 79 year old mother) and “yai mas” anytime we have a chance. What a beautiful and magical place it is and if you are still reading this and you have not booked it yet, you need to immediately. We also got a chance to stop by the store they have downtown. We met Sofias mother who naturally is just as wonderful. I am so sad we didn’t have more room to bring more home with us. I will cherish what we did buy and will NEVER forget the tour and especially Sofia. I am looking forward to using our sipping set and making an olive and cheese and chocolate plate and remembering our fun morning with Sofia at her GORGEOUS distillery. This morning as I was unpacking our suitcases, I took our lovely soaps out that we also purchased and was sad when I smelled them. I miss Naxos!! We will never forget it. Thank you for making us feel special. Yai Mas to this magical place and people!
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Reid_r
Jun 1, 2025
Friendly, fun, informative - My wife and I lived this tour — Sofia was delightful, the food and drinks were delicious. The staff were flexible and kind with us when our schedule needed to change.
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498carlyb
May 26, 2025
A must do tour and tasting in Naxos! - Our visit to Promponas distillery was one of the highlights of our trip to Naxos. Sofia was an amazing host who taught us a ton about Kitron and her family’s multi generation business. Sofia’s energy and passion were infectious, and she did a great job making the learning about Kitron and the distilling process fun and interactive. The tasting and tour included several liqueurs, as well as local snacks that paired nicely with the tasting. The distillery is located in a beautiful area, and is easy to get to from Naxos town. Kitron is only made in Naxos, so this tour and tasting is a must do if you are visiting Naxos. I highly recommend this 10/10 experience that was a perfect way to end our trip to Naxos.
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Susanmcmac
May 24, 2025
So fun!! Must do Naxos experience! - We had the best time today at Promponas Distillery with Sofia! The wine/liquor and food pairing was fantastic. Sofia was sooo much fun! We are from California wine country so believe me when I say this is a “must do” experience in Naxos!
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Manderson1014651
May 15, 2025
An experience of the heartbeat of Naxos—rooted in heritage, hospitality, and flavor. - We had the pleasure of visiting the Promponas family distillery during our time in Naxos, and it was truly a highlight of our trip. Our host, Sophia, welcomed us with warmth and a genuine pride that reflected generations of tradition. Her storytelling brought the history of the family distillery to life, and her passion for their craft was both inspiring and infectious. The tasting experience was thoughtfully curated, pairing local cheeses, olives, and other regional favorites with Prombonas wines—each sip and bite adding depth to our understanding of Naxian culture. The family’s handcrafted liqueurs, rich with island botanicals, offered a unique and flavorful glimpse into local life you won’t find in guidebooks. We spent just over an hour at the distillery, but it felt like stepping briefly into the heartbeat of the island—rooted in heritage, hospitality, and flavor. I’d highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Naxos who’s looking to connect with authentic Greek island life in a personal and memorable way.
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Glerch1487
May 12, 2025
Wonderful and Fun experience - This was a wonderful experience. Sofia who led our experience was so articulate on the making of the products and led us on a tour of the distillery. The tasting which paired different foods with the wines, ouzo and other tasty liquors was great. Highly recommend this experience in Naxos.
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Ste4651pc
Oct 9, 2024
Great fun and fabulous value! - Hands down the best distillery experience I've ever had. Sophia's knowledge and experience of her family's business was great. She was very funny as well. There was no rush when the hour was up to leave. Our tour was at 10am and we left a 1pm. Everything was so so good (well Oozo isn't my favorite) and I left with a number of new finds in beverages and some of the snacks.
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Passport603739
Sep 29, 2024
Citron Fun - This was a fun filled tour. Great balance of touring the distillery and the tasting. Sophia was a great host. Highly recommend this tour.
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Susan_t
Sep 29, 2024
Highly recommended - Absolutely wonderful! Guide was awesome! Food was delicious! It was great to be able to taste a variety of authentic Greek beverages
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up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).