Sloe Gin is another classic British creation that
is not widely consumed because most countries lack the vital ingredient that
gives this Gin variety its characteristic flavour. This ingredient is of-course
the Sloe Berry.
Sloe Berries grow on the Blackthorn plant and are
not commonly mass cultivated but are often found in local hedgerows throughout
the British country side. Sloes harbour an extremely bitter/astringent and unpleasant flavour.
However the crafty Brits found a great use for them in Sloe Gin.
How is it
made
Because the berries mostly grow wild there are
limited numbers of commercially available Sloe Gins and these tend to be
seasonal products. Sloe Gin is more of a traditional homemade beverage.
