A good little tip here for any one making sloe gin. To speed it up a bit instead of piercing the sloe skins with a fork, stick the whole lot in the freezer and then defrost the next day. This causes the skins to split and removes the need to pierce them. | GrowVeg

'Tis the season for making sloe gin 🍸 Throughout October and into November our #hedgerows are laden with ripe sloes. These juicy dark fruits are great for making whisky, jams and vinegar, as well as a delicious gin 💚 Head out to a #woodland near you and start your own batch! For the full recipe, visit our website 👉 https://bit.ly/4o1IJ8B You can find guidelines on how to forage sustainably on our website. | The Woodland Trust