Souma- is a traditional drink made from figs. In August the figs are dried on the roofs of the mastica villages to dry. They are left to ferment; till the end of October. Then the figs are boiled in a traditional distiller; similar to the ones they use to make ouzo or raki [moonshine]. As potent as souma is (probably about 45% alcohol) if you continue the process and distil it again you get metapsima which is even more potent. Like ouzo; souma will turn white with water added. Souma is to the people of Chios and drink throughout the day and at all festivals; weddings and every other social occasion.