It’s sugaring time

by Denis Boulanger

Are you in need of a bit of sweetness? Here are three maple farms where you can purchase all grades of fresh maple syrup directly from the producer. They welcome visitors and offer a variety of delectable maple products.

Sculpture by Denis Boulanger

Gaby-Pierre Maple Farm

Their greeting is impeccable, but meals are not served on the premises. On the other hand, they do offer steaming baked beans cooked in maple syrup with traditional lard and prepared meals for take-out. The boutique offers a full range of maple products such as maple sugar, maple candies, maple taffy, maple butter, maple fudge, etc. A maple recipe book is also for sale to help one enjoy the many possibilities of this treat.
1001, Route 139, Sutton, 450 538-4046

De Winter Maple Farm

This maple farm is also certified organic (Eco-Cert). The implications of this certification are explained on the premises during a free visit. The maple syrup and gourmet products such as maple vinegar and dressings, maple BBQ sauce, maple jellies and sugar may be purchased on location. A full range of blackcurrant products is also available.
420, Jackson, Sutton, 450 242-4287

Owl Hoot Maple Farm

This traditional maple farm draws the sap with a team of horses. You can visit the sugar shack. Along with maple syrup, a variety of maple products are sold: butter, sugar, jellies, candies, pies, and more.
85, Ross Road, Stanbridge East, 450 248-3616