100% pure Quebec maple syrup is much more than just a sweetener. Natural, with no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, it stands out for its unique taste and the presence of several compounds naturally found in maple.
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Over the centuries, the simple sweet sap collected in spring has become a golden treasure, highly valued in Quebec and around the world.
We owe the discovery of maple sap to the First Nations, who had already been harvesting it long before the first Europeans arrived in the New World. According to some historians, they may have discovered maple water after cutting into the bark of a maple tree in search of food.
At the time, the cambium of trees, the edible layer between the hard wood and the bark, was a survival food. They then began collecting maple water and using it to cook game, corn, and beans.
Red and silver sugar maples contain a treasure: maple sap, also called maple water. The freezing temperatures of Quebec winters followed by the spring thaw allow this precious sap to flow and be collected in Quebec’s sugar bushes.
Pure maple products such as syrup, maple butter, and maple sugar are made from this single ingredient.
Pure maple syrup is more than just a natural sweetener. It naturally contains a variety of compounds, including carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, organic acids, phytohormones, and polyphenols. This unique composition helps distinguish maple syrup from other sweeteners while serving as a reminder that it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Abscisic acid and phaseic acid are plant compounds naturally found in maple sap and maple syrup. Produced by the tree itself, these phytohormones contribute to maple's distinctive chemical profile.
Beyond its sugar content, maple syrup contains a wide variety of naturally occurring phytochemical compounds. These molecules continue to be studied to better understand the unique characteristics of maple products.
By equal weight, pure maple syrup provides about 30% fewer calories than white sugar. Made from maple sap, it delivers natural sweetness along with a distinctive flavor to a wide variety of recipes. The wording “by equal weight” is important. According to Health Canada data, maple syrup contains approximately 31% fewer calories per gram than white sugar.
Unlike refined white sugar, maple syrup naturally contains minerals, organic acids, and plant compounds, including numerous polyphenols. This composition distinguishes pure maple syrup from more highly refined sweeteners.
Maple syrup naturally contains several vitamins and minerals that contribute to maintaining good health. A 60 mL (1/4 cup) serving provides, among other nutrients:
These nutrients complement other naturally occurring compounds found in maple syrup, including amino acids, phytohormones, and inulin, a dietary fiber recognized for its prebiotic effect and its role in supporting beneficial gut bacteria.
Maple syrup contains 67 different polyphenols, some of which are unique to this product. Among them is Quebecol, a molecule that naturally forms when maple sap is boiled into syrup.
A 60 mL serving contains approximately 78.2 mg of polyphenols. These compounds are the subject of ongoing scientific research, particularly to better understand their antioxidant potential.
An eco-friendly product from a renewable resource
Containing more than 100 naturally occurring nutrients and compounds
Natural, non-GMO, and free from preservatives
In addition to supporting the economic vitality of local regions, Quebec maple syrup comes from 34 million maple trees in active sugar bushes, which themselves provide many essential ecological benefits and services.
By choosing maple products, consumers help ensure the sustainability of sugar bushes and their ecological services, while also contributing to the expansion of protected forest areas.
Quebec maple syrup is a natural sweetener that provides carbohydrates readily used by the body. Composed primarily of sucrose, it helps fuel muscles and the brain during physical activity.
100% pure, with no artificial colors or preservatives, it can easily be incorporated into homemade snacks or sports drinks. It offers a simple and natural option to support training, especially during prolonged physical effort.
Before exercise, the goal is to consume foods that are easy to digest and rich in carbohydrates while limiting fiber, protein, and fat. Depending on individual tolerance, maple syrup-based recipes can generally be consumed about 45 to 75 minutes before exercise.
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