Kitron facts for kids
| Type | Liqueur |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Greece |
| Introduced | 1896 |
| Alcohol by volume | 30-40% |
| Flavour | citrus |
Kitron is a special type of drink, called a liqueur, that comes from the beautiful Greek island of Naxos. It's made from the fruit and leaves of the citron tree. The citron tree is similar to a lemon tree, but its fruit has a stronger and slightly different taste.
What is Kitron?
Kitron is a unique drink from the Greek island of Naxos. It's made using the fruit and leaves of the citron tree. Imagine a lemon, but with a taste that's a bit stronger and unique!
Different Kinds of Kitron
Kitron comes in three main types, each with its own special qualities:
- The green Kitron is the sweetest of them all. It also has the least amount of alcohol.
- The yellow Kitron is the strongest type. It has the most alcohol and the least sugar.
- The clear Kitron is somewhere in the middle. It's not as sweet as the green, but not as strong as the yellow.
Where Does Kitron Come From?
The very first place to make Kitron was a distillery built in 1896. This distillery was located in a village called Halki on the island of Naxos.
Kitron was quite popular for a short time in the early 1980s. However, it's now a bit hard to find outside of Naxos. This is because there aren't as many citron trees as there used to be. This makes Kitron a truly special and rare treat!
