Fruit

Hawthorn

About This Entry

Hawthorn berries add tart, apple-like pome acidity to Chinese candies, liqueurs, and herbal preparations — their astringent fruit note pairs with floral whites and light herbal reds.

Wine Pairing Explanation

Primary wine styles

Common Culinary Uses

At a Glance

Group

Pomes

Classification

Fruits

Usage intensity

accent

Scientific name

Crataegus monogyna

Scientific Classification

Display name
Hawthorn
Classification
Fruits
Group
Pomes
Scientific name
Crataegus monogyna

Taxonomy

Usage intensity
accent

Pairing guidance is based on general culinary principles and may vary by preparation and preference.