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This 'mish-mash' of folklore and Christianity

In herbal medicine the juice forms the basis of an astringent gargle for sore throats and in the 19th century it was used to treat scurvy - the disease of vitamin C deficiency.The Rowan was such a sacred tree to the Celts that many churchyards in Wales still include the tree, not unlike the Yew tree in English churchyards. 'Run-stafas' were staves cut from the Rowan tree and inscribed with runes for magical (and most likely protective) reasons. It is a most unusual taste but the thing that delights me most about this jelly is the fantastic colour. Add the berries and simmer to a pulp. 50g acrylic bottle Spelled several ways it is connected to the old Norse word 'Runa' - meaning a charm - and being able to ward off the effects of the 'evil eye'. Let the mixture cool a bit and then strain it through a jelly bag, leaving it to drip overnight. Rowan branches were also bought indoors on a Good Friday as this tree had a reputation for strong protection against psychic forces.

This 'mish-mash' of folklore and Christianity indicates older uses of the tree having been 'assimilated' into a religion that converted people by adapting their beliefs and practices to its own ends. The berries were much used by the Celts for brewing wine, spirit, flavouring mead, ale, perry and cider. You can do this and leave the apples out for a clear jelly. 'Rowan' is the most interesting of tree names with connections to both ancient Norse and Hindu/Sanskrit culture. Legend has it that the crosses had to be made without a metal knife to work properly. Use a potato masher to help this process if you like. I must admit to adding some pectin at this point as I have a problem with runny jams. The smooth bark is ideal for this purpose.Warm about 2 pounds of sugar and stir in the liquid mixture and heat to a simmer.

When made into a jelly the fruit becomes quite astringent and the tart taste makes a good 'digestif' accompaniment to meats such as venison, cold game or fowl. Try squeezing some of the fresh berry juice and putting it into a gin and tonic - it makes a convincing alternative to Angostura bitters. In even earlier times 'Runa' was the Sanskrit word for 'magician'..Take about 3 pounds of Rowan berries and two pounds of juicy apples. Add a knob of butter and stir to a rolling boil for a few minutes and put it into sterilised jars and seal. The fresh juice is mildly laxative and good for soothing inflamed mucous membranes.Sharp and sour but sweet and succulent all at the same time, this traditional accompanyment to cold meat is bursting with flavour, and folklore !'Rowan tree and red thread - have the witches all in dread'On May eve Rowan crosses used to be worn in UK and were sometimes fastened to cattle (or their barns) for protection against witches and other 'evil doers'.

They contain varying amounts of tartaric, citric and malic acid dependent on their ripeness. Cut them from the stalks in clusters and remove as much stem as possible before cooking. They are at their best for Rowan Jelly when they have attained full colour but are not yet mushy.Rowan berries are around from July/August through to November in the UK and may even stay on a tree until January if the thrushes don't eat them. Peel and core the apples, slice them and place them to simmer in 2 pints of water for 10 minutes, while you are washing and sorting the berries

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