Après Sweet: 3 Reasons You Need Maple Syrup on Your Next Ski Vacation
It’s a bit frosty up here in SAPJACK country these days. And you can be sure that whenever the weather outside is frightful, our single-source organic maple syrup offers many ways to delight you.
Simply stated, SAPJACK pairs well with winter.
When the forecast calls for February, many folks seek out a warm-weather getaway while others take advantage of snowy slopes and forests to treat themselves to a wintery adventure (think skiing, skating, sledding, snowshoeing, and more).
Whether you’re schussing through the snow, cutting figure eights on skates, or hunkering down in front of a fire, we’ve got a few appetizing reasons to make maple a part of your stay.
3 SWEET REASONS TO BRING SYRUP with you SKIing
1. Hitting the Slopes Deserves a Sweet Meal
Don’t deny it – skiing can make you super hungry.
So, because we know you’ll be building up an appetite, our crew came up with a few great brunch, apps, and dinner ideas that make maple the star attraction.
For Brunch:
- Maple Granola — Need some portable energy for your wind-chilled outdoor activities. Try this maple-fortified treat.
- Maple Bacon — Who knew it is possible to improve on the world-renowned flavor of bacon? Skeptical? Try our recipe.
For Apps:
- Maple Sriracha Chicken Wings — OK, here’s an appetizer platter that is sure to warm the palate (and tantalize cold nostrils).
- Baked Brie with Maple — Another snack that is sure to please, this one’s full name is “Baked Brie Wrapped in Puff Pastry with Almonds, Rosemary, Thyme, and Maple.”
For Dinner:
- Peppery Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin — Talk about a killer après-ski entrée, this pork tenderloin dish is a sure-fire winner.
- Maple Salmon — Rich in flavor and lean protein, here’s another nutritious, palate-pleasing main course brought to you by the humble maple tree.
2. SOME APRÈS SKI IMBIBING
The secret is out. Maple is not just a healthful “hero ingredient”, it’s also a natural addition to sweeten up any mouthwatering menu of alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoctions.
Here are a few of our best cocktails and beverages made with maple:
Without Alcohol:
- Maple Chai Latte — This piping hot pick-me-up is a great way to start the day, especially when the mercury is huddled at the bottom of the thermometer.
- Maple Hot Chocolate — Here’s another cold-weather favorite for winter lovers of all ages, one invented by the ancient Mayans and, we think, made better by maple.
- Maple Hot Toddy — Just hearing the words “hot toddy” can begin to make you feel warm inside. This one calls for bourbon, tea, an orange wedge, and (yum) SAPJACK Vanilla Maple Syrup.
With Alcohol:
- Bloody Mary — This bloody good brunch staple blends the usual ingredients with a savory maple bacon garnish.
- Maple Martini — Cheers! Try this maple, bourbon, and cranberry twist on the ever-versatile, universally popular martini.
- Trees Knees — Inspired by a Prohibition-era fave called the Bees Knees; this refreshing elixir replaces honey (from the bees) with a little something from the trees … maple syrup!
3. Maple + Snow…Make the Most of it!
Now we’re not suggesting you bring a bottle of maple syrup with you on the slopes, but we’re also not, not suggesting it. If you can find a safe way to do it, then so be it, but you may want to save this sweet hack for when you get home.
All you’ll need is the following:
- Snow
- Maple Syrup.
Yep. That’s it.
We hope you’ll accept our invitation to enliven your wintertime activities with SAPJACK maple syrup — at home or wherever you may roam.
And the next time you go skiing up north and stay somewhere, be on the lookout for a special partnership we launched with Airbnb and other rental organizations where hosts receive bottles of SAPJACK syrup to stock at their respective properties. It’s a sweet campaign we think will make people sappy!
