Why Real Maple And Coffee Make A Great Pair
There are some flavor combinations that just make sense. Chocolate and peanut butter. Tomatoes and basil. And, if you ask us, coffee and pure maple syrup. Adding maple syrup to coffee is a simple swap with a big payoff. Instead of sweetness alone, pure maple syrup brings its own distinctive flavor to the cup. There […]
40 Years, One Country Store, Generations of Customers
Marvin’s Country Store, a local Johnson landmark, marks four decades of serving the community. Marvin’s Country Store, a family-owned Vermont country store with deep roots in the local community, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month. Since opening in 1986, Marvin’s Country Store has sold a variety of Butternut Mountain Farm maple products alongside Vermont […]
7 Delicious Maple Recipes for Your Next Fall Gathering
Fall entertaining calls for a table that feels warm, a little indulgent, and a celebration of the season’s finest flavors. Real maple syrup checks off all these boxes. It adds a caramelized decadence to pumpkin and apple recipes, deepens the flavor of roasted vegetables, and elevates simple desserts into gourmet dishes. We pulled together seven […]
How to Substitute Pure Maple Syrup for Cane Sugar
If you have a bottle of pure maple syrup in the fridge but a recipe that calls for cane sugar, we have good news. You can make the swap and choose to use nature’s wholesome sweetener. Maple syrup brings a warm, complex sweetness to baked goods, marinades and drinks that cane sugar simply can’t match. […]
The Ultimate Guide to Maple Syrup Pairings
We talk a big game about how maple syrup isn’t just for sweet things, it’s for savory recipes too. The truth is the flavor spectrum expands beyond sweet and savory. There’s salty, bitter and umami flavor profiles. Maple syrup fits in with all of it. Maple syrup and pancakes are an iconic match. A seasonal […]
Visit Us at The Winter FancyFaire in San Diego
We are excited to share that Butternut Mountain Farm will attend the Specialty Food Association’s Winter FancyFaire in San Diego from January 11th to the 13th at the San Diego Convention Center. We will be highlighting our new products including the giftable 3.4oz Gingerbread Man and 8.5oz Sugarhouse. Also on display will be our innovative, […]
Does Maple Syrup Go Bad? Here’s How To Store Maple!
Have you ever wondered if maple syrup goes bad? Are you curious about whether it belongs in the fridge, or if it can be stored in the pantry? We have the answer to how to store maple syrup! Why is storage so important? It ensures that you’re enjoying high quality maple syrup for every purpose. […]
Butternut Mountain Farm on The Economics of Everyday Things
David Marvin, founder of Butternut Mountain Farm and Emma Marvin, co-CEO and second-generation owner, recently spoke with Zachary Crockett of The Economics of Everyday Things about what makes maple worth it. A great deal of effort is committed by sugarmakers to make real maple syrup each season. This conversation illuminates those factors. It further grips […]
How to Pair Pure Maple and Ice Cream
Summer means swimming holes, late sunsets and lots and lots of frozen treats. If you’ve ventured to Vermont in the warmer months, you have likely experienced the state’s beloved star of summer: the maple creemee. This swirly treat is a shining example of the magic that happens when maple syrup and dairy combine. When paired, […]
How to Grill with Pure Maple Syrup
The weather is heating up and so is our grill. The ways to apply pure maple syrup to cooking are abundant and this couldn’t be more apparent when preparing for a barbecue. From salad dressings to douse garden greens in to sauces slathering ribs, pure maple syrup has the delicious ability to grace numerous recipes […]
The 2025 Sugaring Season Report
There is no exact start or end date to sugaring season in Vermont. Making maple syrup largely depends on the weather. Ideal conditions for sap flow are generally when days are above freezing and nights fall below freezing. This dependence on weather makes every season unique. The 2025 sugaring season began in early March. While […]
Our Maple Gift Guide for Holidays 2024
The holidays are upon us. Let’s make the season memorable with maple! Our maple gift guide includes something for everyone on your nice list. From the bakers who value natural sweeteners to the bartenders who want to spruce up their cocktails. Plus, there are sweet little stocking stuffers everyone can enjoy. Pure maple is a […]
7 Delicious Maple Syrup Sides for Your Holiday Table
A glistening turkey is the centerpiece of a holiday spread. While it’s an impressive culinary feat, we’d argue that it is the surrounding sides (infused with maple syrup, in this case!) which fill both the table and our stomachs. Don’t be fooled by these supportive dishes, the lot of them have main course energy. Of […]
PLMA’S 2024 Private Label Trade Show: Booth #F1142
Visit us in Booth #F1142 at PLMA’s 2024 Trade Show in Chicago from November 17th to November 19th at the Rosemont Convention Center. For more than 40 years, PLMA’s Private Label Trade Show has created a space to bring retailers and manufacturers together to find new products. Butternut Mountain Farm has been honored to be […]
13 Maple Recipes To Make Right Now | Fall 2024
The autumn season welcomes warm flavors and introduces a new crop of seasonal produce to our kitchens. We greet all these potent ingredients with pre-heated ovens and seasoned skillets. The leaves are peaking and now so can our culinary game. Here are maple forward recipes you should make right now, through the rest of fall, […]
Where to Find the Best Maple Treats | Vermont Fall 2024
Vermont transforms into a vibrant vision each fall, attracting visitors to the once Green now Amber Mountain State. Understandably so! It’s hard to resist the crunchy leaves, scenic views, and an abundance of maple fudge. Speaking of fudge, if you’re planning on peeping the leaves this fall you might want to know where to find […]
The Best Maple Recipes For Your Next Barbecue
The summer is heating up and so are our grills. It’s the season to cook (and dine) al fresco. Whether you’re throwing a barbecue, invited to one, or just enjoying a Wednesday evening around the patio table, we have collected the best recipes for your next barbecue from our own recipe box. Naturally, our recipes […]
Introducing The Next Generation of Our Maple Syrup Squeeze Bottle
You may be familiar with our first-generation squeeze bottle. Its debut in 2014 innovated the way we dispense maple syrup. Precise pours meant the whole family could control their own maple portions without creating a mess. The design was thoughtfully tested and tweaked by second-generation owner of Butternut Mountain Farm, Emma Marvin, and her daughters […]
7 Easy, Last Minute Mother’s Day Recipes
This Mother’s Day, pamper mom with pure maple syrup. If you feel inclined to make mom breakfast, you don’t need to wake up early to prepare an elaborate meal. A simple maple jam and biscuit will do. These easy Mother’s Day 2024 recipes are simple, but thoughtful. So you waited until the last minute to […]