Chios Gum Mastic Grower Association
Mastic Chios Raw Tears Medium Size 20 g
- Gluten-free
- Sugar-free
- Dairy-free
- Soy-free
- Lactose-free
- Vegan
- Non-GMO
- No preservatives
- No artificial colors
- No artificial flavors
- Vegetarian
Package
- Original from Chios, PDO certified
- Shipped within 24 h
About the product
Entirely natural mastic resin from the island of Chios, highest quality
Mastic gum is a unique natural resin obtained from the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia), which grows exclusively in the south of the Greek island of Chios. Every summer the resin oozes from incisions in the tree bark and hardens in the air into characteristic drops – tears. The millennia-old tradition of harvesting and processing has been inscribed on the UNESCO list since 2023.
Tears are available in four sizes for different uses – from grinding into powder, through daily chewing, to select crystals for the discerning. Always original, always with PDO certificate.
Properties
- 100% natural and pure: mastic gum straight from the island of Chios, without artificial additives and preservatives.
- Suitable for chewing and cooking: as natural chewing gum it freshens the mouth; as a spice it adds a unique note to recipes.
- PDO certificate – guarantees authenticity and origin from the island of Chios.
- Distinctive taste and aroma characteristic of mastic resin.
- Suitable for vegans, gluten-free.
Authentic Origin from Chios
Traditional Ritual
Chewing Mastic Gum – a Natural Chewing Gum
Start with a smaller piece
Place one or two tears in your mouth. At first, the mastic is harder and tastes slightly bitter – this is normal.
Let it soften
Once warmed in the mouth, the mastic softens and releases its characteristic resinous aroma and flavour.
Combine the pieces
If it is too hard, add a softer piece. If it is too soft, add a harder one. Each piece is a little different.
Cooking and Baking
Grind the tears into a fine powder (ideally with a little icing sugar so they don't stick together) and add to recipes. Mastic gum gives desserts, baked goods, sauces and drinks a unique Mediterranean note. Small tears are especially well suited for powder thanks to their smaller size.
Chios Mastic Raw Tears are 100% pure mastic resin drops from the Greek island of Chios, traditionally harvested by hand in the historic mastic-growing villages of southern Chios. Each natural tear preserves the unique Mediterranean aroma, refreshing flavor, and authentic character of Chios mastic. Enjoy them as a traditional chewing resin or use them as a distinctive ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, desserts, and baking.
Chios Mastic Gum Raw Tears – Medium Size
Pure Mastic Resin from the Heart of 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. This unique resin is protected by the European Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), representing the traditional heritage of Chios mastic production.
Each mastic tear is carefully collected by hand using traditional methods passed down through generations. The result is a pure natural resin with a characteristic aroma, refreshing taste, and versatile use in everyday culinary traditions.
What makes Chios Mastic Raw Tears unique?
- 100% pure mastic resin – no additives, preservatives, or artificial ingredients.
- Authentic Chios origin – harvested exclusively from the traditional mastic villages of Chios, Greece.
- Medium size tears – carefully selected resin drops suitable for chewing and culinary use.
- Distinct Mediterranean flavor – fresh resinous notes with a subtle natural sweetness and citrus aroma.
- Traditional Greek ingredient – used for generations in chewing, confectionery, baking, and Mediterranean recipes.
How to use Chios Mastic Tears
- Chewing: Place a small amount of mastic tears in your mouth and chew slowly until the resin softens into a natural chewing texture.
- Cooking & baking: Grind the mastic tears into powder and add them to desserts, ice cream, bread, pastries, sauces, or Mediterranean recipes for a distinctive aroma and flavor.
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 | Medium size |
| Use | Chewing, cooking, baking, traditional 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:
- as a natural chewing resin for a fresh mouth feeling,
- to add a distinctive Mediterranean aroma and flavor to food and desserts,
- as a traditional ingredient in Greek and Mediterranean recipes.
For customers looking for concentrated mastic products, Masticlife Strong&Pure capsules contain 100% Chios mastic powder.
A natural treasure from Chios
From the unique mastic trees of southern Chios to the traditional hand harvesting methods of local producers, every mastic tear represents a part of Greece’s Mediterranean heritage. Choose authentic Chios Mastic Raw Tears and experience one of the world's most distinctive natural resins.
| Composition | 100% mastic (Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia) |
| Origin | Chios Island, Greece (PDO) |
| Tradition | Listed by UNESCO; cultivation method passed down for centuries |
| Free from | Gluten, additives, preservatives, colorants |
| Suitable for | Vegans |
| Usage | Chewing, grinding, cooking |
| Package | 20 g |
| Storage | In a dry and cool place, ideally in the fridge |
How can I tell whether the mastic gum is genuine?
Original Chios mastic bears the PDO designation and comes exclusively from the island of Chios. Masticlife supplies only certified mastic directly from the Union of Chios Mastic Producers Association.
How is mastic gum obtained?
The resin flows from incisions in the bark of the mastic tree, runs down the trunk or drips onto the ground, where it hardens. Once hardened, it is collected by hand.
Which size should I choose?
Small tears – the easiest to grind into powder. Medium – all-purpose. Large – traditional chewing. Extra large – economical pack.
Can mastic gum be combined with other products?
Yes. Mastic gum can be chewed on its own or alongside Masticlife Strong&Pure capsules.
All types of tears share the same composition and quality – they differ only in crystal size:
- Small tears – the easiest to grind into powder, ideal for the kitchen.
- Medium tears – all-purpose choice: suitable for chewing and grinding.
- Large tears – pleasant size for chewing, traditional form.
- Extra large tears (500 g) – for regular chewing or sharing with family.
Storage: Store in a dry, cool place. At higher temperatures the resin softens – this does not affect its effectiveness. Ideally in the refrigerator, especially in summer.
- Supports oral hygiene and fresh breath.
- Contributes to the normal function of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Traditional chewing resin from Chios – valued for centuries for its flavour and properties.
- But above all, it has a great taste and aroma!
Don't like crystals?
Mastic Gum in Capsules
100% pure mastic resin in capsules – no need to chew or grind. Convenient everyday use.