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Rubus arcticus |
July: The Arctic Bramble finishes blooming, fruits begin to form.
Edible, used in the North. Berries used by indigenous northern peoples for food and medicinal purposes. Leaf teas used for tonic effects and cold treatment.
Low-growing shrub with fragrant berries. Prefers moist, peaty soils in northern regions.
Grows in northern tundra and forest-tundra zones Berries are picked in July–August, usually in moist soil areas
Best to pick berries in dry weather to avoid damage. Berries are small and delicate, require careful handling.
Berries are good for freezing and jam making. During processing, berries lose shape quickly, so gentle methods are recommended. Can be dried or boiled.
Berry: Small, fragrant, reddish-purple with sweet and tart taste
Leaves: Used for making infusions and teas
Leaves: Used for making infusions and teas
Arctic Blackberry Jam (Boiling)
Fragrant with rich flavor
Fragrant with rich flavor
1. Wash berries, mix with sugar (1:1).
2. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring.
3. Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
2. Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring.
3. Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
Arctic Blackberry Compote (Boiling)
Light berry drink
Light berry drink
1. Pour berries with water, bring to boil.
2. Add sugar to taste, cook 10 minutes.
3. Cool and serve.
2. Add sugar to taste, cook 10 minutes.
3. Cool and serve.
Arctic Blackberry Smoothie (Blending)
Refreshing vitamin drink
Refreshing vitamin drink
1. Blend 1 cup berries, 1 banana, and 100 ml water.
2. Add honey or ice if desired.
3. Serve chilled.
2. Add honey or ice if desired.
3. Serve chilled.
Arctic Blackberry Leaf Tea (Infusion)
Toning drink
Toning drink
1. Pour 1 tbsp dried leaves with 250 ml boiling water.
2. Steep 10 minutes, strain.
3. Drink with or without honey.
2. Steep 10 minutes, strain.
3. Drink with or without honey.