2 dashes Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters
40 ml tonic
1 apple slice
Castro Spirits
Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters 100ml
$45
Castro Spirits Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters
A Taste of Chios in Every Drop
Discover the distinctive character of Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters, an innovative Greek bitters crafted exclusively from natural Mediterranean ingredients. Made with premium-quality bitter extracts of exceptional concentration, it delivers remarkable depth, complexity, and an intensely aromatic flavour profile.
At its heart lies the precious mastiha of Chios, the world-famous resin known as the “tears of Chios.” Every drop captures the unique essence of this extraordinary ingredient, revealing delicate notes of fresh mastic water, subtle hints of the mastic tree’s wood, and its unmistakably refreshing Mediterranean character. Artemisia provides balance and structure to the bitterness, while a touch of Greek honey adds a gentle sweetness and a golden finish.
Created by the historic Castro Distillery in collaboration with renowned bartender Anastasis Vyziinos, Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters combines traditional Greek craftsmanship with contemporary cocktail innovation. Together, they have developed a bitters that celebrates one of Greece’s most iconic and protected ingredients in an entirely new way.
Handcrafted in small batches and developed through extensive research, Bitteráneo preserves the authenticity, purity, and premium quality that define the Castro legacy.
Historically, bitters were valued for their therapeutic and medicinal properties. Today, they are an indispensable ingredient in modern mixology, adding complexity, balance, and aromatic depth to cocktails. Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters brings a uniquely Greek perspective to this tradition, showcasing the extraordinary flavours of Chios mastiha in every serve.
Perfect for elevating Martinis, Gin & Tonics, Spritzes, and contemporary Mediterranean cocktails, just a few drops can transform a drink with layers of herbal freshness, subtle pine notes, and delicate sweetness. It also pairs beautifully with citrus-forward spirits, vodka, gin, and mastiha-based cocktails.
Why You’ll Love It
- Crafted with authentic Chios mastiha
- Made from 100% natural Mediterranean ingredients
- Handcrafted in small batches
- Balanced with artemisia and Greek honey
- Exceptional depth, aroma, and versatility
- Ideal for cocktails, aperitifs, and creative culinary applications
Elegant, aromatic, and uniquely Greek, Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters captures the spirit of Chios and the Mediterranean in every drop.
Cocktail Inspiration
Little Prince
Ingredients:
50ml Muscat of Patras
Method
Build
Build
Cocktail
Add in a wine glass ice cubes, Bergamot Castro liqueur, Castro Muscat of Patras and stir well. Add tonic carefully and stir smoothly. Add Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters. Garnish dipping a slice of apple.
Add in a wine glass ice cubes, Bergamot Castro liqueur, Castro Muscat of Patras and stir well. Add tonic carefully and stir smoothly. Add Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters. Garnish dipping a slice of apple.
Jasemí
Ingredients:
20ml Mastiha Liqueur 30%
2 dashes Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters
30 ml vodka
20 ml jasmine tea syrup
15 ml fresh lemon juice
Method
Shake
Cocktail
Add all ingredients into the shaker. Shake, double-strain and pour into a “coupe” glass without ice.
Christinaki
Ingredients:
50ml Mastiha Liqueur 30%
1 dash Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters
25 ml vodka
35 ml fresh lemon juice
15 ml sugar syrup (1:1)
1/4 green apple
3 strawberries
Green apple slices
Method
Shake
Cocktail
Mash in a shaker apple and strawberries. Add ice, Mastiha Castro, vodka, lemon juice, sugar syrup and Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters. Shake, double-strain and pour into a “martini” glass without ice. Garnish with green apple slices.
Castro Chios
Ingredients:
40ml Ouzo Castro
25ml Mastiha Liqueur 30%
2 dashes Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters
4 medium basil leaves
1 bsp black sugar
¼ lime in 2 pieces
Top up soda
Method
Shake
Spicy Clown
Cocktail
Mash in a highball glass sugar and lime. Add ice and basil leaves. Add in a shaker ice, Ouzo Castro, Mandarin Castro liqueur and Mastiha Castro. Shake and pour into the glass. Garnish with a basil top. Add Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters.
20ml Mastiha Liqueur 30%
2 dashes Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters
30 ml chilli syrup*
25 ml fresh lime juice
1 bsp pink pepper
3 cucumber slices
Method
Shake
Shake
Cocktail
Mash in a shaker cucumber slices and pink pepper. Add ice, Bergamot Castro liqueur, Mastiha Castro, lime juice, chilli syrup and Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters. Shake, double-strain and pour into a highball glass with grated ice. Garnish with a cucumber slice and pink pepper. *To make chilli syrup: Blend 3-4 red chilli peppers with 1lt of water and ½ kg of sugar. Stir regularly while waiting for the extraction (1-2 days).
Mash in a shaker cucumber slices and pink pepper. Add ice, Bergamot Castro liqueur, Mastiha Castro, lime juice, chilli syrup and Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters. Shake, double-strain and pour into a highball glass with grated ice. Garnish with a cucumber slice and pink pepper. *To make chilli syrup: Blend 3-4 red chilli peppers with 1lt of water and ½ kg of sugar. Stir regularly while waiting for the extraction (1-2 days).
BergarkiIngredients:
4 medium basil leaves
1 bsp black sugar
¼ lime in 2 pieces
Top up soda
Method
Shake
Shake
Cocktail
Mash in a highball glass sugar and lime. Add ice and basil leaves. Add in a shaker ice, Tsipouro Castro, Bergamot Castro liqueur and Mastiha Castro. Shake and pour into the glass. Garnish with a basil top. Add Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters.
Mash in a highball glass sugar and lime. Add ice and basil leaves. Add in a shaker ice, Tsipouro Castro, Bergamot Castro liqueur and Mastiha Castro. Shake and pour into the glass. Garnish with a basil top. Add Bitteráneo Mediterranean Mastiha Bitters.
About the brand:
The Hahalis family, owners of the Tentoura Castro Distillery, has deep roots in Chios, the island famous for its production of mastic. Originally established in the 19th century, the business moved to Patras in 1939, where it eventually flourished. The family distillery is known for preserving traditional methods of extraction and distillation, producing premium spirits like Tentoura—a liqueur native to Patras made from cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
In the 1990s, the distillery moved to a modern facility in the Romanos region near Patras, benefiting from the area's high-quality water and optimal environmental conditions for aging spirits. Today, Tentoura Castro remains a leading name in Greek spirits, blending tradition with innovation, such as collaborations with universities for product development and sustainability projects.
100ml
Alcohol Content: 40%