Maine Maple Sunday
Maine Maple Sunday is held on the fourth Sunday in March. It is a sweet reminder that warmer weather is around the corner!
Maple syrup producers all over the state open their sugarhouses all weekend for people to enjoy samples of maple syrup and goodies. Many have events, entertainment, and more.
For a full list and map of events around the state, you can visit the Maine Maple Producers website.
And for those who want to stay in or host your own Maine Maple Sunday event, we have a great cocktail menu for you to try!
Maple Leaf
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Cruzan Aged Dark Rum
- 0.5 oz Maple Syrup
- 4 Dashes Bitters
- 1 Pinch Cinnamon
Directions:
Stir ingredients over ice and pour in a rocks glass over a large ice cube. Grate fresh cinnamon on top as garnish.
Toasty Toboggan
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon
- 2 oz Maple Syrup
- 2 tbsp Butter
- To taste Hot Water
Directions:
A cocktail tribute to the U.S. National Toboggan Championships that happen every year at the Camden Snow Bowl in Camden, Maine.
Heat water, syrup and butter in saucepan until melted. Pour into a heatproof mug with 2 oz of bourbon and garnish with nutmeg and an orange twist.