Chios Gum Mastic Grower Association
Mastic Chios Raw Tears Small Size 20 g
Mastic Chios Raw Tears Small Size 20 g
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Chios Mastic Raw Tears – Small Size are 100% pure mastic resin crystals from the Greek island of Chios. Traditionally harvested by hand in the historic mastic-growing villages of southern Chios, these small tears are ideal for grinding into powder for cooking, baking, desserts, and Mediterranean recipes.
Chios Mastic Gum Raw Tears – Small Size
100% Pure Mastic Resin from Chios Island, Greece
Chios Mastic Raw Tears are authentic drops of natural resin from the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia), cultivated exclusively in the southern part of Chios Island, Greece. Authentic Chios mastic is protected by the European Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), reflecting its unique geographical origin and traditional production methods.
Each resin tear is carefully collected by hand, naturally cleaned, and sorted. Small-size tears are especially suitable for grinding into fine powder, making them an excellent choice for culinary use.
What makes Chios Mastic Raw Tears unique?
- 100% pure mastic resin – no additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients.
- Authentic Chios origin – harvested exclusively in the traditional mastic-growing villages of Chios, Greece.
- Small-size tears – ideal for grinding into powder for cooking and baking.
- Distinct Mediterranean aroma – fresh resinous notes with subtle natural citrus nuances.
- Traditional Greek ingredient – widely used in confectionery, pastries, desserts, bread, and Mediterranean cuisine.
How to use Chios Mastic Tears
- Cooking & baking: Grind the resin into a fine powder and add it to desserts, ice cream, bread, pastries, sauces, or traditional Mediterranean recipes.
- Chewing: Small tears can also be chewed, although medium and large tears are generally preferred for a more comfortable chewing experience.
Available sizes and packaging
| Packaging |
1 plastic bag inside a metal box Paper box containing 10 metal boxes |
| Weight |
20 g per metal box 200 g total in a paper box |
| Ingredients | 100% Mastic resin (Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia) |
| Origin | Chios Island, Greece |
| Tears size | Small size |
| Use | Cooking, baking, traditional culinary use |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place. Best before: see package. |
Traditional use of Chios Mastic
Chios mastic has been valued for generations as a unique natural resin with an important place in Mediterranean culture. It is traditionally used:
- to add a distinctive Mediterranean aroma and flavor to food and desserts,
- as a traditional ingredient in Greek and Mediterranean recipes,
- as a natural chewing resin, with medium and large tears being the preferred choice for chewing.
For customers looking for concentrated mastic products, Masticlife Strong&Pure capsules contain 100% Chios mastic powder.
A natural treasure from Chios
Every mastic tear reflects centuries of traditional cultivation on Chios Island. Carefully harvested by local producers, Chios Mastic Raw Tears offer an authentic Mediterranean ingredient appreciated in kitchens around the world.
How do I choose mastic gum?
How do I choose mastic gum?
In general, medium-sized or large pieces are better for chewing and small pieces are better for grinding into powder.
How to chew gum mastic?
How to chew gum mastic?
If you are chewing raw mastic for the first time, read the short instructions. It's not complicated, but it's not a bad idea to prepare yourself, especially if you're used to regular chewing gum from the store.
Chewing the mastic may shape your jawline.
Storage
Storage
Store the mastic in a dry and cool place. Higher temperatures do not harm the effectiveness, but they soften the resin so that it can stick to the container. It is ideal to store this high-quality mastic in the refrigerator.
Benefits of mastic
Benefits of mastic
- Excellent natural taste
- Lactose free
- Gluten free
- Vegan
- Strengthens your jawline
- It helps for oral hygiene, reduce plaque and helps against bad breath.
You don't like chewing, but still want to use mastic?
You don't like chewing, but still want to use mastic?
You should test a dietary supplement with 100% mastic powder: Mastic Strong&Pure capsules.
More about Chios Mastic Gum
More about Chios Mastic Gum
It has been recorded as the first natural chewing gum in the ancient world.
Since 1997, Chios mastic has been characterized as a Product of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), on the basis of Regulation No. 123/1997 (L0224/24-1-97) of the European Union and it has been registered on the relevant Community List of PDO Products.
The history, values, customs and traditions of mastic cultivation and harvesting are now part of the intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO.
