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Blossoms Syrup<\/strong>\u00a0sent us an array of fruit syrups to test which have been keeping our taste buds occupied with a kaleidoscope of fruit flavours.
From vibrant berries through to tropical delights, Aude Dupont Dudley, of Blossoms Syrup has captured the concentrated essence and pure flavour of real fruit.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”15″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”20px|||” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]We have to agree, and if you\u2019ve ever tried a mass-produced \u2018fruit\u2019 ice cream syrup, it will simply pale in comparison to a Blossoms creation. Admittedly, a Blossoms syrup has a higher price tag, but a little goes a long way.
\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_testimonial portrait_url=”https:\/\/artisanfoodtrail.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Aude-Dupont-Dudley.jpg” portrait_width=”120″ portrait_height=”120″ admin_label=”Quote” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”10px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”]Aude says:<\/strong><\/p>\n

“They are best used in drinks, desserts and drizzled on anything that requires explosive fruit flavours. Try them for yourself and you will soon realise what you have been missing.”<\/h5>\n

[\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”15″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]Aude sent us small samples of each (except for one in the 100ml bottle size) so although we don\u2019t have quite enough for multiple recipes, we are able to try them out as drizzles to get the full effect of their flavour. Some we\u2019re mixing into drinks or stirring into yogurt. We\u2019re also thinking of pouring over homemade pancakes or waffles for a weekend breakfast.
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<\/a>\"aft<\/a><\/strong>Artisan Food Trail Approved
<\/strong>We are pleased to give this award to Blossoms Syrup\u00a0for their\u00a0Blackcurrant Syrup, Raspberry Syrup, Strawberry Syrup, Sour Cherry Syrup, Sloe Syrup, Rhubarb Syrup, Pomegranate Syrup, Mango Syrup, Passion Fruit Syrup and Pineapple Syrup<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner admin_label=”Row” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”15″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”20px|||” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” global_colors_info=”{}”]So let\u2019s go through them all\u2026<\/p>\n

Blackcurrant<\/strong>
\nThe aroma is hay-like, almost herbal conjuring up memories of walking down a country lane on a late summer evening.
\nThe flavour is rich and deep, almost savoury with hedgerow undertones.
\nDrizzle over some soft cheese slathered on a digestive biscuit and you\u2019ll have instant cheesecake.<\/p>\n

Raspberry<\/strong>
\nWonderfully fragrant smell with a jammy, perfumed and tangy flavour.
\nThere are definite floral notes much like violets.
\nIt would be superb with anything chocolatey or creamy, maybe a white chocolate souffl\u00e9 or mousse.<\/p>\n

Strawberry<\/strong>
\nThink of how your hands smell after picking lots of strawberries. That is what instantly hits the nose with this syrup, taking you to summer afternoons.
\nLike the raspberry it\u2019s fragrant and super jammy but with a hint of caramel and faint spiciness.
\nIt would be good drizzled over other fruits such as melon or oranges.<\/p>\n

Sour Cherry<\/strong>
\nPleasingly, this syrup has a wonderful almond smell and on tasting we experienced a flavour explosion that is true to a luscious ripe cherry. Nice sour tang and a pleasant bitter, slightly tannic back note.
\nCherry loves chocolate, of course, so how about putting some on a chocolate brownie? Or odd as it may seem, with coffee cake. For a savoury meets sweet moment, drizzle over goat\u2019s cheese with walnuts.<\/p>\n

Sloe<\/strong>
\nA little wild plum that packs a punch, the Sloe Syrup has herbal aromas coupled with the deep flavour and perfect sourness you\u2019d expect from a hedgerow fruit.
\nSeem obvious, but add to gin. Very handy when you don\u2019t have sloe gin to hand, you can make it in an instant!<\/p>\n

Rhubarb<\/strong>
\nEven if you\u2019re not a rhubarb lover, we think you may like this syrup. A sweet\/sour sherbet-like combination with aromatic candied strawberry notes and the fruitiness of a cooking apple. Not bad for a vegetable stalk.
\nBeing partial to a drink now and then, we may try a drop in some vodka. For a meaty moment this syrup would make a great glaze for roast lamb, ham or pork. You could Try Blossoms Syrup\u2019s recipe for Sweet and Sour Chicken.
\nThis is the sample that we received in a big bottle so look out for some of our recipes using it soon.<\/p>\n

Pomegranate<\/strong>
\nIf like us you\u2019re not fond of the abundance of pips in a pomegranate, this syrup has all the flavour but none of the offending seeds.
\nWith a good tang and a slightly dry, tannic finish it would lend itself to a number of Middle Eastern influenced dishes.<\/p>\n

Mango<\/strong>
\nWe were really hoping that this would be good and not vague in the flavour department. On the first taste our expectations were met with a fresh burst of tropical sunshine, ripe perfume and resinous qualities of the perfect mango.
\nWe reckon a splash of this in salsas will have your barbecue guests coming back for more.<\/p>\n

Passion Fruit<\/strong>
\nYes we know it\u2019s passionfruit, but it does smell of grapefruit. Just like the pomegranate it\u2019s so much nicer without the seeds (in our opinion) so this syrup is just perfect.
\nThe flavour is deep, fresh and zingy with a sherbet tang that makes your cheeks tingle.
\nA crisp, chewy meringue, some thick cream with passionfruit syrup spooned over is just gorgeous.<\/p>\n

Pineapple<\/strong>
\nThis has a great smell of a freshly cut pineapple and the flavour is \u2018wow!\u2019 Remembering what fresh pineapple actually tastes like, this did not disappoint. It\u2019s juicy, tangy slightly boozy (but without the alcohol) and like the best sweets you\u2019ve ever tasted.
\nIt could work with savoury foods, although we won\u2019t attempt to pair it with cheese, 70s style. Pork, ham, bacon, now there\u2019s something to consider.<\/p>\n

With true intense flavours like these it’s no wonder top class bartenders love them and having a high fruit content, they\u2019re a mixologists dream.
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