Runamok Sparkle Syrup: Whoever takes home this limited-edition, 8.45-ounce bottle of artisan all-natural Vermont maple syrup will be topping their pancakes with the magic of Christmas this holiday. Pearlescent, food-grade mica makes it sparkly, and it's great for cocktails too.  

Consider these the ideal pick-me-up. There’s nothing like waking up in the morning to fresh coffee. Whether the person you’re giving to is a serious coffee aficionado, dabbles occasionally or just loves the taste, there’s a gift for every kind of coffee lover. From special beans to frothers, coffee makers and even coffee liquor, here are all of the must-have gifts for the coffee lovers in your life. Runamok Coffee Infused Maple Syrup: Take your pancakes and waffles to the next level with this coffee-infused maple syrup. You’ll wonder why you didn’t try this sooner. The perfect complement to your cup of Joe, this is delightful over ice cream or would be an amazing add to a baked French toast.

A beautifully assembled charcuterie and cheese board is a welcome addition to any gathering... Runamok Honey: Runamok may be better known for their maple syrup, but they also sell delicious honey—and honey is always a thoughtful item on any board seeing as it pairs well with almost any kind of cheese you might be serving. You could go for one of their classic honeys or try one of their infused creations like the Lemon Verbena Infused Honey or Chipotle Morita Infused Hot Honey.

Deciding whether you want to extend your home to be a safe space in which bees can thrive is a better invitation when made as an intentional choice. "The success of a colony of bees is increased by monitoring the success of the queen, protocol for medication for mites, colony health, and making sure that the bees have enough ‘stores,’ (honey & pollen)," says Todd Hardie, a seasoned beekeeper and Bee Guide to Runamok, a Vermont-based company that produces maple syrup and honey.

While the worst of the pandemic appears to have passed, many workers continue to get sick, and those missed paychecks can add up. Now, a new paid leave grant program starting next month aims to support Vermont businesses and their workers. “You can’t reasonably ask employees to bear the burden of not being paid when they are sick,” said Eric Sorkin with Runamok Maple.  

Cozy and delicious coffee is already a must-have all autumn long, but the only thing that's better than sipping a fall coffee drink is putting together a fall coffee bar. Similar to how dressing up makes you feel more confident or cleaning your bed makes you feel on top of things, a DIY coffee bar will make you feel more put together without having to put in much effort. Plus, it'll keep all your coffee essentials in one place. Runamok Cinnamon + Vanilla Infused Maple Syrup ($18). We're already looking forward to maple season, and in addition to adding maple syrup on top of our pancakes, we'll be adding this cinnamon and vanilla pick right into our coffee.

Taste of Home‘s editors and Test Kitchen staffers are no strangers to hosting the season’s biggest celebrations. In fact, they’re pros at it! We peek inside their homes to check out the tools, ingredients and more that help them go from prep to feast with ease. Get their go-to’s for pulling off every part of the party—the turkey, trimmings, even the ambiance. (Find more holiday essentials, nominated by our community members!) Maple syrup: For those coffee maple spritz cookies, Lisa turns to one of our Test Kitchen’s favorite syrups from Runamok.

Runamok Hibiscus Flower-Infused Honey: This brightly hued honey from Runamok is best for those who enjoy the sweeter side of life. Though it's made from a simple combination of American honey and fragrant hibiscus, our editors swear they also tasted pops of lemon and raspberries when they tried it spread over a piece of white bread. Be sure to add a teaspoon of it into a cup of iced tea — the end result tastes just like drinkable hard candy!

Cocktail syrups can add balance and a little sweetness to a drink, while allowing you to cut down on the number of ingredients. Family-owned Runamok, based in Vermont, has a cocktail syrup in its line of mixers and bitters that adds warmth, sophistication and fall flavor. The foundation of this product is premium, organic maple syrup, which the company began tapping in 2009...

Vermont specialty food producer, Runamok, recently raised its entry-level production hourly wage to $20 per hour. The Fairfax-based company includes “being a business with integrity” in its mission statement on the same footing as creating its “products with a careful eye for flavor, ingredients, and design.” ... “As a food producer, we are seeing the impact of today’s supply chain and labor shortage challenges putting pressure on prices. It’s crystal clear to me how impactful a wage increase is for our production workers and their families. But, more than anything else, it’s the right thing to do and it was time to resume our place, again, out front.”

Late summer grilling is a match made in Merquén Smoked Chili Pepper Infused Maple Syrup heaven. A medley of sweet and spicy flavor profiles, Merquén is a chili blend from the Mapuche region of Chile. When coupled with maple syrup, it creates the perfect balance of heat, smoke, and caramel. Happy hour imbibers, be sure to double up on Runamok Maple Organic Smoked Maple Old Fashioned Cocktail Syrup.

The tasted, tested, and trusted picks that have earned a spot in our grocery carts. Meet our 2022 Kitchn Essentials — the most exciting and necessary groceries for right now. Runamok Sugarmaker's Cut Maple Syrup: We love all the syrups from Runamok, but this stuff is extra special. It's literally the very best organic maple syrup of the season. Why? Because each run is sampled, and when the flavor is at its peak the sugarmakers set it aside for this bottle. "It might be spendy, but it’s way worth it,” says Contributor Meghan Splawn.  

best mixers for making yummy cocktails: Runamok Cocktail Mixers Collection. A mixer can make or break a cocktail. Don't skimp on one. A quality one, like any in this maple-based collection, will elevate the flavor in your drink. None of these Runamok bottles have refined sugars or artificial ingredients. In this set, you'll get a sample of Maple Old Fashioned, Smoked Maple Old Fashioned, Maple Tonic, and Maple Ginger Mule all in one pack. Good for: the cocktail maker.

Did the pandemic make you feel sad? The folks at Runamok Maple in Vermont found it did for them. So in 2020, they decided to create a product that would bring joy and "make people smile during the darkest time," said marketing manager Dan Robbins — a syrup infused with sparkles. Within months, the maple syrup company's glittery Sparkle Syrup, made with pearlescent mica, was a top seller. Runamok also makes a limited-release Sparkle Tonic cocktail mixer that gives drinks a sweet shimmer.

Our team of gear experts knows what guys want when it comes to gifts and we’re here to make it as uncomplicated as possible. This collection of 9 gifts guys want and will actually appreciate includes some apparel, accessories, and everyday carry accessories. #7. Runamok Cocktail Mixers Collection

If you are a fan of all things spicy, you probably have quite an arsenal of heat-packed options in your pantry. So, the recent news that there's a Sriracha shortage coming might be making you a bit nervous. The good news is, there’s still a good amount of Sriracha to be found, and for those who can’t find their favorite brand as easily right now, it’s a great opportunity to try some other great flavor-packed heat-filled sauce, spice, and condiment options. Runamok Szechuan Peppercorn Infused Honey: While this is a good glaze on hearty meats, it’s also a great accompaniment for a cheese plate at happy hour or even a finishing drizzle on a pizza.

The Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel tasted its way through the 66th Summer Fancy Food Show in search of products gaining prominence in the specialty food industry. The Show, which took place June 12-14 at the Javits Center in New York City, had over 1,700 exhibitors featuring specialty foods and beverages from around the world.

WhistlePig is one of the most lauded distillers in the rye whiskey game. They pride themselves in making the "finest and most interesting whiskeys" and, interestingly enough, have brought their bold flavor to a Ben & Jerry's pint and, most recently, a maple syrup that you can now buy at Huckberry – WhistlePig Rye Whiskey Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup. What makes this syrup a notch above competitors like Pappy's barrel-aged syrup? The powerhouse collaboration behind it. It's a match made in heaven, er, Vermont, with Runamok Maple.

...A new cocktail tonic from Vermont maple syrup producer Runamok is the fun guy for the party – in addition to maple and citrus, it is shot through with an edible, pearly shimmer, thanks to small glitter spots. Co-founder and owner Laura Sorkin said she was initially skeptical of her husband’s idea for their first glittering product, a maple syrup, and feared it was not exactly “on fire” for their business, which boasts a kind of rustic- elegant aesthetics. “But it turned out he was right,” she said. “People just needed something silly, something fun. Don’t we all deserve it these days?”  

The editors of SFA News Daily have identified several innovative and on-trend products on display at the 66th Summer Fancy Food Show which opened yesterday in New York. Here are some examples spotted on the first day of the Show, which runs through Tuesday, June 14. Runamok’s Maple Tonic uses all natural ingredients to achieve tonic’s classic citrus and quinine bite combined with the brand’s signature sparkles.

...We’ve drummed up some ideas that fall into that sweet spot of being considerate of his needs and interests without venturing too far out of his comfort zone on Father's Day. Here, 33 of the best gifts for the dad that doesn't want anything (or so he says). Hopefully they'll be a home run. Runamok Maple bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup – Show up to Father's Day brunch with a curveball: Some bourbon flavoring for his morning waffles.

A gift basket is a common and easy gift to give to a friend, client, host, or in-laws, but all too often, they're filled with unsurprising, bland items. a great gift basket includes a large number of high-quality items that have been curated around your giftee's interests and tastes. Whether you're planning to gift food, coffee, or seasoning-filled baskets, you'll want to make sure they use every item. We've gathered27 unique gift baskets, including a salami bouquet, a bucket of candy, and even ice cream.  

To join in with No Mow May, leave the lawn unmowed. ‘Wildflowers that give nectar and pollen to honey bees will grow and bloom if we do not mow them down before they flower,’ explains Todd Hardie, considered the bee guru of the north country, and adviser to specialty food company in Vermont Runamok. ‘This food is important to honey bees and all pollinating insects as they need this nourishment for their families to expand in population in the early part of the season.’

Here are the 30 best gifts for the food lovers in your life—which is basically everyone. Runamok Sparkle Syrup: Grubbing on a stack of flapjacks drizzled with maple syrup is nothing short of a magical way to kick off your morning. But add a literal dash of glitter with Runamok’s small-batch maple syrup with food-grade mica powder, and you just might restore your belief in fairy tales.

Merquén Smoked Chili Pepper Infused Maple Syrup: Not quite a hot sauce, but the perfect gift for the mom who loves a kick of spicy with their sweets. Merquén is a chili blend from the Mapuche region of Chile, and when Runamok infuses them in their maple syrup, all of the profiles of the pepper - the heat, smokiness, and the rich pepper taste are magnified by the caramel tones of the maple. Make your mom’s breakfast better by ordering it here.

For brunch lovers: Runamok Maple Syrup Gift Box. Enhance their brunch tradition with the mouth-watering, barrel-aged maple syrups in this handsome gift box. It’s brimming with syrups aged in bourbon, apple brandy, and rum barrels to make every breakfast taste like a special occasion. This one’s a hit with coffee addicts and tea drinkers alike. Now you just have to hope you’re invited to the next weekend get-together.

After two years of virtual events and pandemic-induced supply chain disruptions, an in-person return to the Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Foods show brought an eagerness to boast about the people and processes behind each product. While every food and beverage brand has been subject to challenges over the past two years, many displayed a sense of pride in every unique supply chain approach. Exhibitors presented a variety of new flavor and nutrition profiles, shared the benefits of small-farming regenerative networks and displayed new creations using upcycled and side-stream ingredients.