Organic Sloe Berry (Blackthorn)

Organic Sloe Berry (Blackthorn) C/S comes from the Prunus spinosa shrub, a thorny wild plant native to Europe, western Asia, and parts of North Africa. Sloe berries are small, dark blue-purple fruits with a famously sharp, astringent flavor. They are best known as the key ingredient in sloe gin, a traditional British liqueur that has enjoyed a major revival in recent years.

Flavor Profile

Sloe berries have an intensely tart, astringent flavor with plum-like undertones and a dry, tannic finish. They are rarely eaten raw because of their extreme astringency, but when dried, cooked, or infused, they release a complex, fruity character that adds depth to beverages and preserves. The flavor mellows significantly when combined with sugar, alcohol, or other fruits.

Traditional Uses

Sloe berries have been used in European food and herbal traditions for thousands of years. In British culture, sloe gin has been a countryside tradition since the 17th century. Eastern European communities use sloe berries in jams, syrups, and wines. In herbal traditions, sloe berry tea is associated with supporting digestive health and providing vitamin C during winter months.

How to Use Sloe Berries

Our dried, cut and sifted sloe berries are versatile:

• Brew as a tart herbal tea — simmer for 10 to 15 minutes for best extraction
• Infuse into gin, vodka, or brandy for homemade sloe spirits
• Add to jams, jellies, syrups, and fruit preserves
• Blend with elderberries, rose hips, and hibiscus for fruity herbal mixes
• Use in wine and mead making

Sourcing and Quality

Hatton Naturals sources its certified organic sloe berries from Albania’s wild landscapes. The berries are carefully dried and cut to preserve their deep color and complex flavor profile. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Albania

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