Sloe
/sləʊ/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Uses
Sloes are often used to make jams, jellies, and especially sloe gin. 
They make their own sloe gin every autumn.
Pro Tip 2/3Bitter Taste
Fresh sloes have a sharp, sour taste and are usually not eaten raw. 
The sloe's bitter taste softens after the first frost.
Pro Tip 3/3Seasonal Activity
Sloe picking is done in late autumn, often after the first frost. 
We planned a sloe picking trip in November.
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