Window Shopping: Tap into Maine Maple Fall Fest
Maine Maple Producers Expand Product Line to Include Gourmet Snacks, Spices, and Artisan Goods
By Maine News Now
Maine’s maple industry, long known for its classic syrup, is diversifying its offerings with a range of maple‑infused foods and handcrafted items that can be purchased locally or online. From a farm‑baked whoopie pie to a hand‑turned maple pen, the new products showcase the versatility of the state’s maple trees and the creativity of its producers.
Farm‑Baked Whoopie Pie from Dunn Family Maple
A fifth‑generation maple producer in Buxton is selling a maple‑infused whoopie pie for $3.50. The pie is made on the Dunn Family Maple farm at 419 Chicopee Road, and customers can also order it through the company’s website, dunnfamilymaple.com.
Maple Pepper from 207 Tappers
Biddeford‑based 207 Tappers offers a six‑ounce shaker of maple pepper that comes in three varieties—original, habanero, and garlic. The granulated maple sugar base is intended to be used on any dish the cook wishes to enhance. The pepper is sold for $8 and can be shipped from 125 Dennett Road or ordered through 207tappers.com.
Hand‑Turned Maple Pen from Dailey Woodworking
Maine artisans have turned a maple burl ball‑point pen into a luxury collectible. The gold‑plated “Katahdin” pen is slightly larger than a standard pen and each piece is unique. Priced at $65, the pen can be purchased directly through Dailey Woodworking’s website.
Maple Mustard Sauce from Maine Maple Products
Maine Maple Products in Madison markets a sweet‑and‑savory mustard sauce that contains 25% maple syrup by volume. The seven‑ounce bottle is marketed as a versatile condiment—suitable as a glaze, salad dressing, or marinade. It retails for $7.50 at 449 Lakewood Road on Route 201 or online at mainemaple.com.
Maple Balu Wine from Marble Creek Acres
Marble Creek Acres in Maine has blended off‑dry maple syrup wine with blueberry to produce a 750‑mL wine with a 12.5% alcohol content. The “Maple Balu” is offered for $18, available for retail or on‑premise sales, and can also be ordered online at mainecellars.com.
Mentor Program for Aspiring Syrup Producers
The Maine Maple Producers Association is promoting a Mentor Program that pairs newcomers with experienced producers. The program aims to provide guidance on the maple syrup process, equipment, supplies, and cost‑saving strategies. Interested individuals can learn more at mainemapleproducers.com.
These new maple‑based products highlight how Maine’s maple growers and artisans are expanding beyond traditional syrup to create a range of culinary and craft items that reflect the state’s heritage and innovation. Whether you’re looking to try a maple‑infused sweet treat or invest in a handcrafted pen, there are several options available for both local shoppers and online customers.
