Mitlini Mastic Tears Classic
Overview
24% ABV | 700mL | Mastic liqueur distilled from Chios island mastic resin | Imported from Greece
Mitlini's Mastic Tears Classic is the original Greek mastic liqueur: a crystal-clear spirit distilled from the resin tears of mastic trees that grow only on the island of Chios. The resin is harvested by hand, drop by drop, then distilled into a liqueur that's equal parts refreshing and exotic.
If you shop liqueurs for something beyond the ordinary, Mastic Tears is the bottle to know.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Pine, citrus, and Mediterranean herbs — unmistakably mastic.
- Palate: Silky and bittersweet — resinous pine gives way to citrus peel and a gentle, cooling sweetness.
- Finish: Clean and lingering — pine and citrus fade slowly.
Why buy it
- The original — Mitlini pioneered bottled mastic liqueur
- Chios mastic — the resin only grows on one Greek island
- 24% ABV — sessionable, refreshing, versatile
- 700mL — the classic format
How to serve it
Ice cold, straight from the freezer, in a small chilled glass. It also shines over ice with a squeeze of lemon, or as a Mediterranean twist in a spritz.
FAQ
What is mastic?
Mastic is the aromatic resin of the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus), which grows commercially only on the Greek island of Chios. It's been prized since antiquity.
Is Mastic Tears sweet?
It's a liqueur, so there's sweetness — but the pine-resin character keeps it balanced and refreshing rather than cloying.
How should I drink it?
The classic serve is ice-cold and neat. It also works beautifully in cocktails that call for an herbal or citrus liqueur.