{"title":"Fruits, Roots \u0026 Flowers","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dried-elderflowers-50g","title":"Dried Elderflowers - 50g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDried Elderflowers for Home Brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fresh elderflowers are out of season, or you need the delicate floral touch all year round, our dried elderflowers are the perfect solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese carefully dried elderflowers retain the vibrant aroma and subtle sweetness of their fresh counterparts, ensuring that your brews are never out of reach of that exquisite elderflower flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for a variety of brewing projects, from wines and beers to cordials and liqueurs, these elderflowers provide a consistent, high-quality ingredient no matter the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse them to craft everything from sparkling elderflower champagne to a richly flavoured Belgian-style beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir versatility makes them a must-have for any homebrewer looking to experiment with floral notes or to enhance the complexity of their creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply add them during the fermentation process to impart a gentle, yet noticeable, floral note that complements a variety of flavour profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear-Round Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect when fresh elderflowers are out of season, ensuring you always have access to floral flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried carefully to retain natural aroma and flavour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Versatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for wines, beers, ciders, and cordials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add directly to your brew, preferably in a fine bag for easy removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the dried elderflowers to your brew during the fermentation stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a fine straining bag to contain the flowers, allowing for easy removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep to achieve the desired level of floral flavour and remove after fermentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTry Our Elderflower Wine Recipe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to create your own homemade elderflower wine?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur step-by-step recipe makes it easy to brew a fragrant and refreshing wine using our high-quality dried elderflowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recipe is perfect for both beginners and seasoned brewers, guiding you through each stage to ensure a consistent and delicious result every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/content\/96-elderflower-wine-2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore the Elderflower Wine Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e now and start brewing!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626855362903,"sku":"4557","price":3.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/4447.jpg?v=1769258293"},{"product_id":"dried-rose-petals-100g","title":"Dried Rose Petals - 100g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDried rose petals for floral wines, meads, and ciders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood-grade dried rose petals used to add natural floral aroma, a delicate rosé colour, and subtle botanical complexity to homemade wines, meads, and ciders. Rose petals work particularly well in country wines and light fruit wines where a soft, aromatic finish is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey can also be used to enhance the bouquet of spirits and cocktails, or blended with other botanicals such as chamomile or hibiscus for more complex flavour profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep the petals in hot water before adding to your must or wort to extract colour and aroma cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd during fermentation for a balanced floral character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor wine: typically 50–100g per 4.5L (1 gallon) depending on desired intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Dried food-grade rose petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Country wines, meads, ciders, spirits, cocktails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContribution: Floral aroma, delicate rosé colour, botanical complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical dose: 50–100g per gallon (4.5L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVendor: Youngs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Harris Filters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626855395671,"sku":"2293","price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Rose_Petals.jpg?v=1778930666"},{"product_id":"dried-rosehips-500g","title":"Dried Rosehips - 500g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRosehips for Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried rosehips are a traditional ingredient for making country and sherry-style wines at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rule of thumb, when using dried rosehips, you should use about a quarter of their weight as you would fresh ones.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Youngs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626855428439,"sku":"347","price":4.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/2902.jpg?v=1769258293"},{"product_id":"elderberries-500g","title":"Dried Elderberries - 500g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDried Elderberries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften called the \"Englishman’s grape\", elderberries are among the best fruits for making wine in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will find that elderberry is often added to grape wines by commercial wineries to boost tannin and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElderberries will produce a rich full-bodied wine, high in citric, malic \u0026amp; fumaric acids this brings balance to the finished wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany country wines require the addition of mixed acid, otherwise, the wine will taste flat or flabby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs dehydrated fruits contribute more than fresh fruits, their rate of use must be adjusted accordingly when following recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rate of use can therefore be adjusted from 1\/3 - 1\/5 of the fresh, dependent on personal taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot limited to just winemaking you can add elderberries to your homebrew cider or beer.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626855461207,"sku":"2904","price":13.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/4446.jpg?v=1769258294"},{"product_id":"sloes-500g","title":"Dried Sloes - 500g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDried sloe berries for sloe gin and country wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried sloes are the fruit of the blackthorn bush — the small, intensely tart berry traditionally used to make sloe gin and sloe wine. Drying concentrates their deep, astringent flavour and dark colour, and removes the need to wait for the autumn harvest or to freeze fresh berries before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing dried sloes gives consistent results year-round, with the same characteristic plum-like depth, mouth-puckering tannin, and rich ruby colour that makes sloe gin one of Britain’s most beloved homemade spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSloe gin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 250–500g of dried sloes per 70cl of gin. Combine with sugar (typically 100–200g) in a sealed jar and leave to infuse for a minimum of 3 months, shaking regularly. Strain before bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSloe wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as you would any dried fruit in a country wine recipe — rehydrate in warm water before adding to your must.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 500g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Dried sloe berries (blackthorn fruit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Sloe gin, sloe wine, country wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavour: Deep, tart, plum-like with astringent tannin and rich ruby colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical sloe gin dose: 250–500g per 70cl gin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVendor: Bevie\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sloe gin is a flavoured spirit made by infusing sloes in a base gin — no distillation required. 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