Vegan Recipes Using Maple Syrup: 6 Vegan Recipes to Try

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In a vegan kitchen, nothing’s more important than having a (variety of) sweeteners you trust– because typical ingredients, like butter and eggs, are off the table– literally. For many, maple syrup is at the top of the list when it comes to natural sweeteners. So, whether you’re a strict vegan or simply someone who likesRead More

Holiday Gifting Guide 2023

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See: Salted Caramel Maple Syrup, WhistlePig Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup, Smoked Old Fashioned Cocktail Mixer See: Beekeeper’s Cut Autumn Blossom Honey, Maple Grenadine, Best Seller’s Large Gift Box See Small Gift Box, Sparkle Syrup, Holiday Spice Infused Maple Syrup  SHOP ALL HOLIDAY FAVORITES

Maple Syrup Grades Explained

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We all know and love maple syrup as a breakfast staple, whether drizzled over pancakes, in our coffee, or swirled into oatmeal. But contrary to popular belief, not all maple syrups are created equal. If you’ve ever found yourself standing in the grocery aisle, confused by the different grades of maple syrup, you’re not alone. Read More

5 Elevated Breakfasts Using Maple Syrup

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The morning rush of getting ready for school is back, and so is the challenge of serving up a delicious (and nutritious) breakfast that will fuel whatever your day has in store.  We’re sharing five mouthwatering breakfast recipes that incorporate the sweetness of maple syrup. Whether you’re a busy parent or a student on-the-go, theseRead More

Holiday Hosting Guide

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The holidays are a time to relax, reflect, and enjoy time with loved ones. If you’re hosting this holiday season, it is probably because you’re looking forward to inviting your friends and family over for a shared meal and revelry. In practice, however, preparing a sumptuous feast for a group can feel like the oppositeRead More

Community Spotlight: My Vermont Table by Gesine Bullock-Prado

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Our friend Gesine Bullock-Prado released her latest cookbook, My Vermont Table, this past spring. The book adds to her impressive collection of cookbooks, most of which focus on baking. It is especially near to our hearts because she features Runamok maple and honey as her go-to ingredient in a number of dishes. Also because itRead More

6 Apple Brandy Barrel-Aged Maple Recipes for Fall

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One of our most popular seasonal limited releases, Apple Brandy Barrel-aged Maple Syrup is a true autumn delight. With similar vanilla notes like our Bourbon Barrel-aged, but with a definitive apple finish. It’s a go-to for breakfast favorites (so good on waffles on a chilly mornings), but also has a number of other uses fromRead More

4 Honey Cocktails to Celebrate Barr Hill’s Bee’s Knees Week

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During Bee’s Knees Week, the simple act of enjoying a refreshing Barr Hill Bee’s Knees cocktail helps protect pollinators! In celebration of National Honey Month and Bee’s Knees Week, we’ve collaborated with our friends at Barr Hill by Caledonia Spirits who developed a series of gin cocktails using our wide variety of Runamok honeys for a unique spin onRead More

A Look Inside with Laura: Honey Varietals through the Seasons

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It is difficult to convey in words how different our raw honey varietals are in flavor… On each product page, we have offered some taste comparisons to help, but another way to explain our honey is in seasonality. Just as maple syrup changes in color and flavor throughout the sugaring season, honey also changes inRead More

5 Recipes to Try This Fall Using Infused Honey

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With fall weather just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to gather with friends and family to celebrate the change in season. At Runamok, we believe that a touch of our infused honey makes every gathering a little sweeter. Here are five recipes that will make your celebration unforgettable. 1. Autumn Harvest Savory GaletteRead More

Feed the Bees: Expanding Pollinator Habitat in collaboration with American Meadows

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Help us feed the bees this National Honey Month by creating new pollinator habitat and beautifying your outdoor space! We’ve partnered with our friends at American Meadows to include a free packet of Feed The Bees Wildflower Seed Mix with every order, all September long. Did you know over 85% of U.S. households have an outdoor livingRead More

Community Spotlight: Barbecuing with Maple and Honey

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Both maple and honey are sweet, sticky, saucy, and pair oh so well with a touch of smoky heat (hello Merquén Infused Maple). They’ve long been our secret weapon for delicious barbecue – and the experts behind the grill seem to agree! SUMMER OF BARBECUE: RECIPES FT. RUNAMOK Do you want super tender, juicy &Read More

Camping Recipes for the Great Outdoors

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Going Camping? Don’t forget to pack your Runamok… From syrup-soaked griddle cakes for breakfast to smoked old fashioned campfire cocktails at night, a delicious adventure awaits! If you’re hitting the trails for camping and hiking this summer, don’t forget to pack the Runamok. Start your day off right with our traditional, smoked, barrel-aged, and infusedRead More

Sustainability Spotlight: Bird-Friendly Maple Project

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The Bird-Friendly Maple Project is a collaborative effort led by Audubon Vermont that brings together Vermont’s maple sugaring industry with bird conservation. WHAT DOES “BIRD-FRIENDLY MAPLE” MEAN? While maple syrup can look and taste similar, it can come from forests that are managed in dramatically different ways… THE CHALLENGE: The woods can be a ruggedRead More

How to Substitute Maple Syrup for White Sugar

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How to Substitute Maple in Your Recipes We have an extensive collection of recipes that we’ve developed using maple as the primary sweetener, but if you’re looking to substitute maple into everyday recipes in your repertoire, here’s how…   Other Tips and Tricks For baking, add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, unless your recipe already calls for buttermilk,Read More

How to Use Maple and Honey in Your Summer Grilling

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When we think of grilling and barbecue, we think of glazes that are robust, tangy, sticky, and sweet. Maple syrup and honey are the perfect ingredients for a touch of sweetness behind the spice. In place of the typical brown sugar or molasses – maple syrup and honey add richer, more complex flavors and areRead More

Frozen Desserts for Summer

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Chill out with these naturally sweetened treats! There are countless ways to elevate your everyday summer dishes with big flavor and a touch of sweetness. Maple syrup is divine over ice cream, honey adds a beautiful complement to fresh fruit, and our hot and smoky flavors were made for your grill. If you’re looking forRead More

Pollinator Week: Pollinator Garden Install

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As a honey company, pollinators are crucial to what we do. The way we see it, both maple and honey are products that work for a better environment, and not against it. Environmental responsibility is at the core of our mission here at Runamok. From solar panels and sustainable packing, to bird-friendly and organic certifications,Read More

Maple Grenadine Syrup: Everything You Need to Know

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Originating from the French word “grenade,” or, pomegranate, Grenadine Syrup is commonly known as a tart addition to many a favorite cocktail and mocktail– from a Shirley Temple to a Tequila Sunrise.  At Runamok, however, we’re known for putting a twist on classic flavors– and our Maple Grenadine Syrup is no different. A tribute to the original,Read More

First Day of Summer: Honey Recipes

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The summer solstice is finally here – it’s the longest day of the year and also the middle of Pollinator Week, so there’s only one way to celebrate: Honey Recipes! Here’s a roundup of our favorite honey recipes you’re going to want to make all summer long…             SHOP HONEYRead More

Pollinator Week 2023: Ways to Get Involved!

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Pollinator Week is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health that was initiated and is managed by Pollinator Partnership. Pollinators aren’t just bees they are birds, bats, butterflies, beetles, and other small mammals that pollinate plants and are responsible for bringing us one out of every three bites of food we consume. They also sustain our ecosystemsRead More

8 Easy Summer Grilling Recipes Using Runamok Maple Syrup

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Summer is not quite complete without barbecuing. After all, there’s nothing like hosting a summer gathering, preparing a meal for friends and family, and bonding over the sweet and smoky flavor of barbeque. This summer, elevate your barbeque game with Runamok Maple Syrup. Our maple syrup is not only for drizzling over pancakes or waffles,Read More

A Look Inside With Laura: Rediscovering Grenadine Cocktails

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Who knew an old classic could bring so much fun? Usually when we introduce a new product I create some recipes to give some guidance on how to use it. But when our new Maple Grenadine arrived in my kitchen, I realized there was already a canon of cocktail recipes to explore: Singapore Sling, TequilaRead More

16 Cocktail Recipes for Summer

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With summer just around the corner, it’s time to trade in drinks meant to warm the bones for light and fruity summer cocktails. After all, there’s nothing better than taking advantage of long summer days with a drink that celebrates the sweet, fruity, flavors of the season. To get you started, we compiled 16 ofRead More

Behind the Bar: Classic Grenadine Cocktails with Emily Morton

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We visited our Runamok cocktail consultant, Emily Morton, at her cocktail lounge – The 126 in Burlington, Vermont – to reimagine some classic cocktails with our brand new Maple Grenadine. Emily Morton wears many hats: 2019 Vermont Bartender of the Year, jazz cocktail lounge proprietor, and walking spirits encyclopedia. We’re also incredibly grateful to haveRead More

Is Sugar in Trouble?

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Here at Runamok we are all about fun and good food but we also believe in keeping it real. If we have a great maple season, we will shout if from the rooftops but if it was meh, we’ll be up front about that too. This was one of those disappointing years. It wasn’t terribleRead More

Community Spotlight: Chef Dan Miele, Bluebird Barbecue

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We have built some great relationships with restaurants who use our maple syrup and one of our favorites is Bluebird Barbecue in Burlington, VT. Their chef, Dan Miele is a long-time fan of cooking with maple syrup and incorporates ours in both traditional and new ways. One of our favorites is his Brussel Sprouts withRead More

5 Ways to Use Our Strawberry Rose Infused Maple Syrup

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FROM THE TEST KITCHEN: FLORAL FAVORITES WITH STRAWBERRY ROSE   Back in time to celebrate spring and summer, this ever-popular limited release has a bright, floral sweetness that is delicious on pancakes, in cocktails, and drizzled over desserts. Made with nothing more than all-organic rose petals, strawberries, and maple syrup, it tastes like summer itself. SHOPRead More

Runamok New Flavor Contest 2023

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See the results of our second annual Maple Madness Runamok New Flavor Contest! SALTED CARAMEL INFUSED MAPLE SYRUP After record voter turnout in the final round of our Maple Madness New Flavor Contest, our 2022 runner-up Salted Caramel Infused Maple Syrup came back to clinch the victory over Dark Sugarmaker’s Cut Pure Maple Syrup –Read More

6 Types of Raw Honey Explained

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    One of nature’s great natural sweeteners, honey comes in many different varieties and lends itself to some incredible flavors. As we’re always aiming to elevate your everyday food and beverage experiences, honey was the easy next choice for us. Not only is honey a delicious natural sweetener, but it also carries a numberRead More