Natural Gum Chios Mastic

Mastic gum, also known as masticha, mastica, mastix, mastika, or mastixa, is a truly rare and unique product found nowhere else in the world. Pure, authentic mastic is exclusively produced in the southern region of Chios Island, Greece. It is derived from the mastic tree ( Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia) without any industrial processing. The natural mastic gum is meticulously cleaned by hand, piece by piece. Its unique properties and potential health benefits have made Chios mastic gum highly sought after for centuries. Chios mastic is used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, perfumes, cosmetics, as well as in cooking and confectionery. It's the natural resin of the Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia tree, which thrives only on Chios. Scientific research suggests that Chios mastic possesses antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties, particularly beneficial for oral hygiene, gastrointestinal health, and skin care.

Size: 20g tin (0.71 oz), medium tears. From ELMA, the Chios Mastiha Growers Association, founded in 1938. Chios Mastiha is a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO).

Chios PDO · Medium tears · Cleaned by hand