Mastiha Shop

Athens


Mastic (mastiha in Greek), the medicinal resin from rare trees only found on the island of Chios, is the key ingredient in everything in this store, from natural skin products to a liqueur that’s divine when served chilled.

There's also a branch at the airport.


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