{"product_id":"blackthorn-berries","title":"Blackthorn Berries","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrunus Spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackthorn Berries \/ Prunus Spinosa \/ Blackthorn Sloe Whole Dried Berries \/ Sloes \/ Blackthorn Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Bulgaria\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Prunus Spinosa\u003cbr\u003eOther Names:  Sloe, Sloe Berry, Sloe Flower, Wild Plum Flower, Bullace, Slon, Prunus spinosa berries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrunus spinosa is a species of flowering plant in the rose family Rosaceae. The species is native to Europe, western Asia, and regionally in northwest Africa. The fruit of Prunus spinosa is a small, round drupe known as a sloe. The sloes are usually dark blue-black in color and have a sharp, sour taste. They are often used to make sloe jams, jellies, and preserves. Blackthorn berries tea tastes tart, slightly sweet, and mildly astringent with fruity and woody notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsage: Boil 1 cup water. Once the water is boiling, add one tablespoon of dried blackthorn berries. Reduce the heat to low and let the berries simmer in the water for about 10-15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--mh-notes-start--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackthorn (sloe) is a wild, thorny shrub of Bulgarian hedgerows. Its berries are traditionally used:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo support healthy, regular digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo support the urinary system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a tart, tangy tea, and for homemade liqueurs, jams and syrups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGathered in late autumn, ideally after the first frosts, which make them less astringent and more flavourful. Dried berries are almost black with a bluish bloom and a sour, tart taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sloe, wild plum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--mh-notes-end--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: These statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health concern or condition, consult you doctor. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet or using any new product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marrenline Herbs","offers":[{"title":"50 g (1.8 oz)","offer_id":55393078509911,"sku":"ETSY1664091026-50G","price":6.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":55393078542679,"sku":"ETSY1664091026-100G","price":10.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"250 g (8.8 oz)","offer_id":55393078575447,"sku":"ETSY1664091026-250G","price":18.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"500 g (1.1 lb)","offer_id":55393078608215,"sku":"ETSY1664091026-500G","price":33.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":55393078640983,"sku":"ETSY1664091026-1000G","price":63.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/3272\/8407\/files\/il_fullxfull.8614709287_7yny.jpg?v=1790959822","url":"https:\/\/marrenlineherbs.com\/products\/blackthorn-berries","provider":"Marrenline Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}