Chios Mastiha Tears (PDO resin, 50g) & ELMA mastic gum

The single most only-in-Greece foodstuff that exists — buy tears, gum and mastiha cosmetics at grower-cooperative prices.

Price: 12 EUR (Typical mastihashop price for 50g medium tears; ELMA gum packs ~€1.50 each — best knowledge)

Where to buy: mastihashop (Chios town, Athens airport, Ermou area), Greek pharmacies, supermarkets for ELMA gum

Price checked 2026-07-03

• PDO-protected: the mastic tree yields this resin only in southern Chios — UNESCO lists the cultivation know-how
• Used in gum, desserts, cosmetics and traditional stomach remedies
• Sealed retail packs clear US customs fine as packaged food — declare