The Maple Syrup Story

Maple Syrup is truly an American product. It is produced in the area surrounding the Great Lakes. When the early settlers arrived in this country, they found the Indians in this region producing and using maple syrup and sugar.

They soon learned how to make these products and maple syrup and sugar became staples in the pantries of New England families. Often they were the only sweeteners available. 

Later as they crossed the Alleghenies, they brought with them the knowledge of the art of maple syrup making. Here this art has been handed down into an industry unique to the Northeastern United States, with Ohio making significant contributions.