Chios gum Mastic Chios Mastiha Tears 20 g small tears — 100% natural chewing resin, culinary & cosmetic grade

Chios Mastiha Tears Gum is a 100% natural mastic resin from Chios island, offered as small tear-shaped pieces harvested by local mastic growers.

Harvested on the Aegean island of Chios, these small 20 g packs contain pure Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia resin — known as mastiha or mastic — collected during the latest season by traditional growers. The product comes as small translucent tears with a resinous, slightly piney aroma and a firm, chewable texture. Use them as a natural chewing resin, a culinary flavoring, or a cosmetic ingredient where a clean, aromatic resin is desired.

How do I use Chios Mastiha Tears for chewing?

Chewing mastic tears is straightforward: place a small tear between your molars and gently chew until it softens into a chewy, gum-like consistency. It refreshes breath and offers a long-lasting natural texture without added sweeteners.

• Start with one small tear (a little goes a long way)
• Chew slowly until it softens, then continue for up to 20–30 minutes
• Spit out or swallow softened bits depending on preference
• Store resealed in a cool, dry place to keep texture

Can I cook or bake with mastiha tears?

Mastiha adds a unique resinous, slightly piney and floral note to both sweet and savory recipes. It can be grated, ground or dissolved into liquids to lend depth to pastries, ice creams, sauces and beverages.

• Grate or crush the tears before adding to wet ingredients
• Dissolve in warm syrup, milk or liqueur for even flavor distribution
• Use sparingly — a small amount influences flavor strongly
• Complementary in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dessert recipes

What else can Chios Mastiha Tears be used for around the home and body?

Beyond culinary uses, mastiha has a long tradition in personal care and aromatic applications; it can be incorporated into homemade balms, lip products, or melted into oils for topical use. It also serves as a natural aromatic resin for small sachets or incense blends.

• Infuse into carrier oils for DIY skincare formulations
• Use in small amounts for handmade soaps and balms
• Add to potpourri or sachets for a fresh resinous scent
• Experiment with dissolving in alcohol or glycerin for extracts

Who is this for? Chios Mastiha Tears Gum is ideal for culinary adventurers, artisanal bakers, natural-product makers and anyone seeking a single-ingredient, traditionally harvested resin from Chios. Choose the 20 g small-tears pack if you want to try mastic for chewing, recipe experimentation, or small-batch cosmetic projects without committing to a larger quantity. Each pack comes from recent harvests by local growers, making it a practical choice for shoppers who value traceable, island-sourced ingredients and a pure natural resin for creative uses.