The making of Axia

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Heritage & Terroir

Mastiha is a resin cultivated from the mastic tree, and has been produced exclusively on the Aegean island of Chios for c.2,500 years. A close relation of the Pistachio, Mastic trees are grown on the south side of Chios due to its favourable micro-climate. It takes 20 years for a tree to be fully mature and provide a good yield (150-180g!) of the coveted mastic resin.

Revered for its natural flavour and wellbeing properties, this resin remains incredibly valuable - a fitting inspiration for the name Axia, meaning “value” or “worth” in Greek. It's even been used as a snakebite anti-venom - a potent elixir from which our spirit has been inspired.

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Behind the bar

George Kavaklis, owner of Spoiled Bar & Barro Negro serves a tequila sunrise

Nikos Gartzolakis, Bartender at Baba au Rum makes a twisted martinez

Loreta Toska, Co-Founder of Ice Up blends an americano with greek DNA

Giannis Miliotis, Axia Global Brand Ambassador serves an Axia dirty martini

George Kavaklis, owner of Spoiled Bar & Barro Negro serves a tequila sunrise

Nikos Gartzolakis, Bartender at Baba au Rum makes a twisted martinez

Loreta Toska, Co-Founder of Ice Up blends an americano with greek DNA

Giannis Miliotis, Axia Global Brand Ambassador serves an Axia dirty martini

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Flavour profile

Axia is a refreshing, botanically complex, extra-dry spirit at 40% ABV, crafted to shine in classic cocktails, long drinks, or simply over ice. On the nose, it opens with fresh, aromatic botanicals layered with citrus, delicate pink roses, and the herbal lift of green peppercorn, grounded by the earthiness of Mediterranean cypress. The palate follows with bright notes of pine, evoking coastal Mediterranean forests, balance by a subtle grapefruit bitterness. The finish lingers with the soft roundness of bergamot, leaving a smooth, velvety mouthfeel that invites another sip.

Tasting Notes
Hand holding a bottle of Axia Mastiha Spirit pouring it into a metal cocktail shaker and squeezing lemon juice with the other hand

Crafted with care

Axia embodies the living heritage of Chios, where Mastiha has been carefully nurtured for centuries. Each tree is hand-tended and harvested with respect for the land, ensuring both the ecosystem and local communities continue to flourish. Our distillation process is designed with minimal impact, preserving the integrity of this rare ingredient while protecting the island's natural resources. Every bottle of Axia represents a commitment to tradition, craft, and a sustainable future - so that the story of Mastiha can be shared for generations to come.

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