KYKAΟ and Assyrtiko Reverse Engineered
By Olga Antoniadou
My good friend Panagiotis brought me a bottle of what looked like beer, but on the label it said ‘Assyrtiko Reverse Engineered’. “What on earth is that”? He smiled, and said “I thought you should taste this”. This was my first contact with Kykao microbrewery. Now, bear with me. If you’re into wine, and you’re given something named like that, wouldn’t you also be rather baffled and curious? (They also make Champagne Reverse Engineered). Immediately, I sent them an e-mail and arranged a visit. I thought, ‘these guys are seriously quirky’. Knowing me, anything unconventional is my cup of tea. I couldn’t wait to get there.
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