Varvayannis Ouzo Museum
Museum of the Varvayannis distillery in Plomari with bottling tools and the first still of 1858; free admission.
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About the museum
The Varvayannis Ouzo Museum is in Plomari on Lesbos, in front of the company’s own distilleries, at the 1st kilometre of the Plomari–Mytilene provincial road. It was created to present the family tradition of ouzo production, which began in the mid-19th century and continues to this day.
In the display cases are the first bottling and labelling tools of the well-known blue label, as well as the first still (kazani) built in 1858 in Constantinople. With it the family’s techniques and recipes were tested.
Visitors are guided through an audiovisual presentation in Greek and English, and ouzo tastings are also held. The museum has a visitor reception centre and a gift shop, and admission is free. Special guided tours in Swedish, Danish and German can be arranged for groups by prior arrangement.
Highlights
- The company’s first still, built in 1858 in Constantinople
- The original bottling and labelling tools of the blue label
- Audiovisual presentation in Greek and English
- Ouzo tastings
- Free admission and free car park
Permanent exhibition
- Μόνιμη έκθεση του Μουσείου Ούζου – The exhibition presents the first bottling and labelling tools of the blue label and the first still of the Varvayannis family, built in 1858.
- Operated by
- Ποτοποιία Ι. Βαρβαγιάννης ΕΠΕ
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Admission is free.
Accessibility
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Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
By public transit
The museum can be reached by taxi or bus.
By car
Free parking
Free car park next to the museum.
The museum is in front of the Varvayannis distilleries, at the 1st kilometre of the Plomari–Mytilene provincial road, in the direction of Agios Isidoros.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
Visitor reception centre and gift shop.
Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Photography | Special permission is required for the use of cameras and video cameras. Commercial photography, tripods and flash lights are prohibited. |
| Good to know | Schools, students and groups of more than 12 people are requested to contact the museum in advance on 2252 032 741. Special guided tours in Swedish, Danish and German are arranged by prior agreement. Ouzo tastings are held. |
