Kaloyiannis Ouzo 12, Greece

Ouzo 12 is the Ouzo with the extraordinary aroma of history and tradition. Every single bottle is representative of the soul of Greece. It took its name in 1880 at the Kaloyannis Distillery from "Barrel No12". This extract was preferred for its rich taste and its delicate aroma. Today, it still keeps the same taste that makes Ouzo 12 one of the most consumed varieties of this aniseed-flavoured spirit of Greek tradition worldwide.

Ouzo 12 originated in Constantinople, now known as Istanbul, in 1880. With the passing of the years it has affirmed itself as the most popular ouzo brand in the world, always remaining faithful to its original recipe. Ouzo 12 is part of the Gruppo Campari since 1999.

Ouzo, Greece's most famous drink, is a fiery anise-flavored liqueur made from crushed grape skins and aromatics. As far back as 1880, the customers of Kaloyiannis Distillery, who appreciated a fine ouzo, insisted on being served from "Barrel No. 12." This ouzo was the result of selected seeds and herbs which were blended harmoniously and which underwent a double distillation process resulting in an exceptional ouzo with a rich flavor and fine aroma. Ouzo 12 is the best-known, top-selling brand in Greece and the biggest and most famous ouzo in the world.