We appreciate the opportunity to explain.
Opius is positioned as a premium product — not as a marketing gimmick, but because of the incredibly labor-intensive and artisanal process behind each bottle. Unlike traditional alcoholic spirits, which are often produced at scale using relatively straightforward techniques, Opius requires far more time, effort, and ingredients to achieve the same level of depth and complexity — without relying on alcohol to carry flavor.
Every single bottle is still handcrafted by Professor Dr. Sas — a true master distiller who sometimes even wakes up in the middle of the night to continue a delicate phase of the process. Creating just 400 bottles takes over four weeks of focused, hands-on work.
We use a combination of advanced methods such as fermentation, hydro-distillation, tinctures, and long maceration, along with a vast quantity of herbs, spices, and botanicals. Because there's no alcohol to amplify flavor, we must use significantly more natural ingredients to achieve the same intensity.
In fact, Opius has more in common with a perfume than with a traditional spirit. Our process is inspired by a blend of ancient alchemy and modern science rooted in the world of perfumery, where layering, extraction, and molecular precision are key to building complexity and emotional impact. The techniques we use are traditionally kept secret, passed down through experience and intuition, rather than scaled through automation.
This naturally results in a higher cost, and we recognize that Opius may not be for everyday sipping. But we stay true to our core mission: an uncompromising focus on flavor, intensity, craftsmanship, and sensory experience.
For those seeking a truly refined, flavor-forward, alcohol-free alternative, Opius is a craft elixir unlike any other—and we believe it’s worth every drop.
