Product Information

MONIN Maple Spice Syrup is a story of taking one distinct flavour and giving it a spice kick, creating a unique yet memorable taste sensation. First of all, you have maple syrup and the sweet warmth it brings to the table. This is then enhanced with hints of ginger, clove and cinnamon, spices which dance in the background as the core ingredient takes the leading role. The end result: a delicious syrup that is great for adding to coffees, sweet beverages and baked treats.

The History

European colonists learned how to tap maple trees for their syrup based on the work done by the indigenous people. They then developed a more streamlined process of extracting the sap. Rather than slicing a V shape into the tree's bark and using a wedge to remove the sap, as the indigenous people did, they'd use augers to drill holes into the trees. Wooden spouts were then placed into the holes, and the sap would be collected into buckets. These buckets would be transported to a central hub where the sap would be boiled down to make syrup and sugar. The latter, however, was much more popular at the time due to how expensive it was to import cane sugar.

The switch towards focusing on maple syrup happened during the 1800s. Cane sugar was more readily available during this time period, so there was less demand for maple sugar. The continued innovations in the production of plastic bags replaced buckets, tractors transported large quantities of the sap instead of animals, motor-powered tappers etc. also helped with the syrup being made in larger quantities.

Today, the method of harvesting and developing maple syrup has evolved exponentially. Tubing transports the sap directly to the production building (known as the sugar shack). Before boiling occurs, reverse osmosis machines are used to eliminate water from the sap. Advanced filtration methods also ensure a purer final product. Yet while production has changed through the centuries, one thing has remained a constant throughout the whole story: the rich, delectable taste of maple syrup.

Key features

• Used in hot/cold drinks & cocktails Kosher Certified Suitable For Vegetarians & Vegans