Spirits Trailblazer Makes History as First Greek Woman to Found a Liquor Brand and Toasts to National Women’s History & Greek-American Heritage Month

February 27, 2025 (Boston, MA) — As the first Greek woman in history to found a liquor brand, Effie Panagopoulos celebrates her seventh anniversary of launching KLEOS Mastiha Spirit, the world’s first super premium mastiha, which is now featured in high-end cocktail bars, luxury hotels, cruise lines, and Michelin-starred restaurants across the U.S. and beyond. In an extremely challenging time for both woman-owned brands and the alcohol beverage industry, KLEOS is an underdog brand that continues to gain wider recognition towing the line between modern mixology and healthy lifestyle and aligned with current trends for women and younger consumers.

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