(often called Mastagi Roomi or Roman Mastic ) is a high-grade natural resin from the Pistacia lentiscus tree, primarily sourced from the Greek island of Chios . Historically, it was a prized commodity across the Roman and Ottoman empires, earning its "Roman" moniker because it was a luxury import traded heavily by the Romans for medicinal and culinary use. 🌲 Core Characteristics
: A complex, aromatic blend of pine, cedar, and herbs with a slightly bitter start that sweetens as you chew. Mastika Roman .
: Clear, pale-yellow droplets known as " mastic tears " that harden into brittle crystals. (often called Mastagi Roomi or Roman Mastic )
(often called Mastagi Roomi or Roman Mastic ) is a high-grade natural resin from the Pistacia lentiscus tree, primarily sourced from the Greek island of Chios . Historically, it was a prized commodity across the Roman and Ottoman empires, earning its "Roman" moniker because it was a luxury import traded heavily by the Romans for medicinal and culinary use. 🌲 Core Characteristics
: A complex, aromatic blend of pine, cedar, and herbs with a slightly bitter start that sweetens as you chew.
: Clear, pale-yellow droplets known as " mastic tears " that harden into brittle crystals.