There’s a long tradition of maple syrup in Muskoka, starting with the natives who discovered the secrets of ‘sweet water.’ Muskoka Lakes Farm & Winery farm has a rich history of being tapped by natives and pioneers that ended almost 100 years ago when forest fires swept through Muskoka. In the intervening years, our 350 acre farm has reforested, and now the third Johnston generation is ‘tapping in.’
Bog to Bottle Tour: During sugaring-off season, the Bog to Bottle Tour will fuse Muskoka’s two iconic crops by combining tart cranberries with sweet maple syrup. Tour the cranberry bog on your way to the sugar bush. Learn about how cranberries are grown and harvested and then see how trees are tapped, check out how sap is boiled down to syrup and finish with a wine and maple tasting. Sample the range of wines made in Muskoka, finishing with Red Maple Dessert Wine – a delicious combination of cranberries and maple syrup. A sap to syrup sampling is a great way to experience the sweet taste of spring! (activities may vary).
Maple Menu: During maple season, they feature unique maple flavours. Their Maple Mulled Wine and Hot Sheila are a great way to warm up after a spring hike. Their cheese plate celebrates the season with local maple cheeses and preserves. Even the gourmet grilled cheese gets a makeover with maple cheddar, maple caramelized onion and maple dipping sauce. Yum!
Muskoka Maple Trail: The Muskoka Maple Trail is a great way to discover spring sweetness in Muskoka. Make us a stop on your tour and enjoy a host of maple inspired tastes and tales.
Maple Weekend: The first weekend of April is an Ontario-wide celebration of maple syrup. Make us part of your Maple Weekend plans!