Castro Mastiha Liqueur

Mastika liquor is originally a liquor flavored with mastic, a resin collected from the mastic, a small evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region that is grown on the island of Chios.

It often accompanies almond desserts and is served at wedding receptions as a digestif. It has a sweet smell and a taste similar to licorice. The other drink is a strong liquor similar to ouzo or tsikoudia. It is served cold or at room temperature with ice. Both turn white when poured over ice or mixed with water, and form tiny crystals when frozen