Mastic Gum, Chios Mastiha

Masticha, or Mastiha, is produced exclusively in Greece, on the island of Chios, which is believed to have been Homer's birthplace. Masticha is a white resin that comes from the Mastic tree. Masticha is shaped like a crystal teardrop. Upon chewing it, Masticha's coniferous flavor disappears and your left with a pliable bit of chewing gum. Mastic resin is distributed worldwide for confectionery, industrial, and pharmaceutical purposes. Products that are made from Mastic gum include; medical creams, toothpaste, cosmetics, and paint varnish. Masticha is also a prominent ingredient used for Greek breads, spices, "Turkish Delight", liquers, and candy. Recent medical research has demonstrated that Chios mastic actually heals abdominal ulcers.

Product Of Greece