So much sloes

[Canis_Lupus]

After a dreadful crop in my area last year, the blackthorn is absolutely full of sloes this year. I will be making the usual sloe gin of course but does anybody have any more uses for the berry to do?

Thanks

PS regarding sloe gin, last year I followed a recipe in a winemakers book but it was far far to sweet - this year I intend on combining sloes with gin and no sugar - and then if needed I will sweeten to taste.

 

[British Red]

How about sloe jelly? Very nice on toast or with cold meats.

Sloe Jelly by British Red, on Flickr

 

[Canis_Lupus]

I may indeed try that thank you.. just in from gathering them now - 8 kgs in one hour was not bad going!

 

[ship]

vodka!!
lovely,
ship