Skinos Mastiha Liqueur, 70 cl

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Kallivoka, Denny. "Greek Spirits Guide: Everything you need to know about mastiha liqueur". www.discovergreece.com . Retrieved 2022-03-29. Mastiha has a sweet, citrusy flavor with a fragrant, herbal note. It is often served chilled or over ice. Tetteris Distillery is one of the oldest producers of mastiha liqueur. Tetteris traditional distillery was founded in 1912. Before the company foundation, Stylianos Tetteris was producing and selling ouzo infused with mastic, for exportation. In 1954, Eleftherios Tetteris, seeing the tendency of the consumer public towards local liqueurs, and having studied oenology in France, was the first to experiment in the production of Mastic liqueur by distilling grains in a special way, and developed a special method (that only the Tetteri distillery knows and uses until today), taking natural distillate, and then with the addition of alcohol and sugar, produced the Mastic liqueur. [1]

The island of Chios is long and narrow, with high forested mountains in its northern section that retain moisture and temper the northerly winds. Thus the southern, hilly part, acquires a distinctive climate that is mild in the winter and very dry in the summer. The hot, arid summers in the Mastiho-horia allow the mastiha to dry and harden--the most crucial part of the harvest. Rain can wash away an entire harvest, and the trees cannot tolerate frost. FARMING EUGENICS Mastika is a great addition to any diet, and can be enjoyed in a number of different ways. It is most commonly used as a tea, but can also be enjoyed in a tablet or capsule form. mastika can also be used in cooking, and is a great way to add flavor and health benefits to your favorite recipes. Mastiha (liqueur) is a sweet, fragrant spirit made from the resin of the mastiha tree, which is found only on the Greek island of Chios. The resin is harvested by hand, then distilled and aged in oak barrels. ml Mastiha Liqueur. A accessible brand for this is Skinos, but the best quality in my opinion is Stoupakis. I know 100 ml seems like a lot, but the liqueur is only about 15% so it isn’t very strong I’m sending this drink out to my friend Nicole of Art & Aoli who’s celebrating her blog’s Anniversary. Bring an appetizer or beverage by April 13th and give her a shout-out….tell her Peter sent ya!

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Mastiha is used in savory dishes as well. It is an ingredient in the popular Greek dish, moussaka. It is also used in salads, such as the Greek salad, and in soups. Systemic cultivation & organized commercialization by the Chians is the 3rd reason why this magical ingredient grows only here. What You Need to Know About Greek Mastika". www.greekboston.com. 2015-04-30 . Retrieved 2022-03-29.

From the Greek word meaning "good genetics", the ancient cultivators of Mastiha tress would single out the trees that produced the most/the best resin. They developed and propagated them to grow new groves with the characteristics of the mother trees. Over the centuries, methodical eugenics created new species of the lentisc tree that is over-productive in mastiha. SYSTEMATIC CULTIVATION Mastiha is used to make a variety of products, including liqueurs, ouzo, tsikoudia, and raki. It is also used in confectionery, such as ice cream, chocolates, and pastries. In Greece, it is used to make a type of chewing gum called mastiha gum.Mastika or mastiha is a liqueur seasoned with mastic, a resin with a slightly pine or cedar-like flavor gathered from the mastic tree, a small evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. In Greece, mastiha ( Greek: μαστίχα) or mastichato ( Greek: μαστιχάτο) is a sweet liqueur produced with the mastika resin from the Greek island of Chios, which is distilled after hardening to crystals. [2] [3] Sugar is typically added. It is a sweet liqueur that is typically consumed at the end of a meal. It has a distinctive flavor, reminiscent of pine and herbs. It is claimed to have medicinal properties and to aid digestion. [4] Mastiha is also used in Greek cuisine in breads (my family includes Mastic in our Greek Easter bread called Tsoureki), cakes, desserts and some savoury dishes as well. The mastic tears are ground and then incorporated into a particular recipe. NOTE: Your favourite Greek food store will carry Mastiha. Here in Toronto, my friends at Greek House on the Danforth sell Mastiha.

The Skinos liqueur is the product of pot distillation. That is to say, the alcoholic vapours coming of the bulk of the liquid are condensed above the liquid on the still outlet, on the way to the condenser. Difford, Simon. "Mastiha (AKA:Mastika, Masticha, Mastic, Mαστίχα". www.diffordsguide.com . Retrieved 29 December 2019. Mastika is a unique preparation that is made from a number of different herbs. It is used in many traditional medicines around the world for a variety of different purposes. Some of the most common benefits of mastika include improved digestion, relief from respiratory problems, and better overall health. Elma brand chewing gum contains mastic as it’s properties help to also fight bad breath. Mastic has a floral aroma to it, quite pleasant in my opinion and as for the taste…that’s more difficult to explain.

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So grab a shaker, gather your ingredients, and get ready to raise a glass to Greece! 1. Ouzo With Lemon Greece is a land of ancient ruins, beautiful beaches, and delicious food. But did you know that Greece is also home to some of the most refreshing and flavorful drinks in the world? Mastic or mastiha of Chios is a natural and aromatic resin obtained from the mastic tree. It’s the world’s first natural chewing gum! Since antiquity, mastic has been recognized for its aroma and its therapeutic benefits. It is also used in gastronomy and cosmetic products, which gives it a high commercial value. So what, exactly, is mastiha? It’s a resin that’s collected from the mastic (skinos) tree, an evergreen shrub native to the Greek island of Chios. The hardened sap is an ancient superfood, and for 3,000 years, it has been used for its healing properties and as a health and beauty supplement. The southern part of Chios is the only place in the world where the tree grows and in 1997, the European Union designated the 24 villages producing mastiha as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), which is similar to titles given to locales like Champagne, Cognac and Tequila. The resin droplets on the mastic tree. UCG/Universal Images Group via G The mastic used for Skinos and also the most cherished of mastic tears come from the Greek island of Chios (Hee-YOs). Chios is the fifth largest of the Greek islands, located in the Aegean Sea, just 5 miles from thecoast of Turkey.

Mastiha is a natural product and contains no additives or preservatives. Therefore, it is important to store Mastiha properly to ensure that it does not spoil. Mastiha should be stored in a cool, dark place and should not be chilled. If Mastiha is chilled, it will form crystals and will no longer be fit for consumption.

The Growers' Spirit is a producing company run by the Chios Gum Mastic Growers Association (CGMGA). [8] The CGMGA offers Mastiha liqueur made with both mastic distillate and mastic oil in two different variants: Kentos (20% alcohol) and Enosis (30% alcohol). Whether you're sipping on a refreshing mojito made with fresh mint from a Greek island or indulging in a sweet and spicy concoction made with Moroccan spices, each sip is like a journey through the Mediterranean. KLEOS Mastiha Spirit is the first luxury mastiha brand from Greece launched in March 2018, by the first Greek woman in history to start a liquor brand, Effie Panagopoulos. It is the only double distilled, small batch, low in sugar mastiha on the market.