Hawthorn berries

Small red or almost black fruit of a thorny shrub with a mealy flesh, a sweet-sour astringent taste, dried and brewed as tea, made into compotes, kissels and jam.

Hawthorn berries are small round or oblong red, orange or almost black fruit of a thorny shrub with a mealy dryish flesh and large stones, a sweet-sour astringent taste and a light apple aroma. They are dried and brewed as a herbal tea, made into compotes, kissels, jam, pastila and syrup, infused into cordials and made from the flesh into fruit puree and candied peel.

Recipes with this ingredient

Hawthorn and Lemongrass TeaRussian cuisine | Drinks

Hawthorn and lemongrass tea is a refined drink that intertwines warm, spicy, and refreshing notes. Its roots trace back to Russian cuisine, where herbal teas were valued for their healing properties. Hawthorn adds a sweet-fruity depth, lemongrass brings citrus freshness, and the blend of fennel, dill, and cardamom adds soft spiciness. This tea warms and invigorates; it is perfect for leisurely conversations or quiet moments of relaxation. Brewed with black tea and infused with aromatic lemon zest, it reveals a richness of flavor with each sip. Such a drink helps to unwind after a stressful day, supports the cardiovascular system, and enhances mood while creating an atmosphere of coziness and harmony.

Anti-cold berry juiceEuropean cuisine | Drinks

Cold-fighting berry juice is a healing drink that harnesses the power of northern berries. Cranberries, sea buckthorn, lingonberries, viburnum, and hawthorn create a rich flavor with a slight tartness, while their rich composition helps strengthen immunity and combat colds. This juice is traditionally prepared in cold weather when the body needs natural support. The berries are first boiled to extract maximum nutrients and then infused to allow the drink to reveal its depth of flavor. It can be consumed warm for warming up after a winter walk or chilled as a refreshing vitamin elixir. It perfectly complements breakfast and serves as a tasty prevention of seasonal ailments.