However, the European Union has established a minimum of 25% ABV for sloe gin to be named as such.

Sloe gin has an alcohol content between 15 and 30 percent by volume. Sloes are the fruit ( drupe) of Prunus spinosa, the blackthorn plant, a relative of the plum. Big Day Out at Blackthorn takes place on Saturday, April 15 between 10am and 4pm.Sloe gin is a British red liqueur made with gin and sloes.Whirly Marshall added: “Whatever your taste buds prefer- hot or cold, sweet, salty, or savoury- come rain or shine we hope to welcome many people to enjoy some of Scotland’s finest tastes in this wonderful location and business we’re very proud of here in Ayrshire.” The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android. The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you. Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7. The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now. There will be savoury offerings from Galloway Pasta, The Koji Kitchen Miso and Narture Bread making.īutter-making and bakes will also be featuring, fresh from Mossgiel farm, alongside tasty chutneys from The Glasgow Pickle Company, spicy sauces from Edinburgh’s Trodden Black and natural soaps from Flora Brae.Ī BBQ and fire pit will be brought to you by Comrie’s Beetroot & Chocolate Ltd and for those with a sweet tooth, sample delights from Arran Dairies ice cream and Bella Chocolate. The award-winning team at Blackthorn Salt in Ayr are hosting the Big Day Out at Blackthorn on Saturday, April 15, opening their grounds to an array of artisanal culinary delights from across the country.įood fanatics can whet their appetite on the west coast with demos, tastings and treats galore - with any profits being donated to The Trussell Trust Food Banks. Families and foodies are in for a treat next month as some of Scotland’s leading brands will tantalise taste buds and quench thirsts at a unique one day only pop-up event.

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