Aronia

Aronia, also known as chokeberry, is a small dark purple to black berry native to North America. It is known for its distinctly tart and astringent flavour, which is due to its high tannin content. Thanks to its exceptionally high levels of antioxidants, vitamin C and polyphenols, it is considered a superfood. In the kitchen, aronia is most commonly processed, it is used to make jams, jellies, juices, syrups, wines and liqueurs. It also works well in smoothies, where it pairs nicely with sweeter fruits. Dried berries can be added to granola, herbal tea blends or baked goods.