We use 100% original Chios mastic gum from Greece. Mastic is the resin of Greek pistachio trees (Pistacia lentiscus), which naturally contains valuable secondary plant substances such as resin acids, resins, terpenoids and essential oils that give it its distinctive scent. The phytonutrient content in the resin is subject to continuous natural fluctuations, as it is influenced by the prevailing environmental conditions.
The labour-intensive harvesting process is carried out entirely by hand from June to September. Before harvesting, the soil, which naturally has a reddish colour, is covered with an even layer of calcium carbonate to protect the resin crystals. This accelerates the gentle, on site air-drying process, while ensuring the resin stays clear of impurities. The crystallised resin is then collected, sorted according to size and class and freeze-dried. Finally, the nutrient-rich resin is gently ground into a fine powder without the addition of any additives.
For the capsule shells we use custom-made HPMC capsules that, unlike most other HPMC and pullulan capsules on the market, are 100% free from controversial additives such as carrageenans and PEG. We then package this product in environmentally friendly amber glass.
