Juniperus communis is wood or shrub with evergreen coniferous leaves, making small grains of black or reddish, good odor. It is used in the pharmaceutical industry as well, and the local community produce raki, a kind of drink called hardhiç, etc. Nikaj-Mërtur is a region of Northern Albania, rich in this flora, whose territory is synonymous with the historic Albanian tribe of the same name. The region of Nikaj-Mërtur is located in the south-east of the Albanian Alps, bordering Dukagjin highlands within Tropojë District. It is a southern extension of the Malesia of Gjakova .

Hardhiç is a magical drink made from juniperus and has a distinct, pungent aroma. The drink was like white beer, carbonated and used mainly after digestion. In addition it cleans the kidneys and urinary system, as well as the lungs from secretions. After purchasing a quantity of at least 2-3 kg, you should wash it thoroughly and clean it from the leaves. In a glass container, put the juniper and add water. The ratio is 1 kilo of juniper with 4 liters of water. For 40 days in a row, the container should remain in a dark, dry place, and then you can enjoy it. With juniperus communis you can make delicious and herbal tea.