Maple Syrup, Peter Kuitenbrouwer
Maple Syrup, Peter Kuitenbrouwer
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Maple Syrup
A Short History of Canada's Sweetest Obsession

Author: Peter Kuitenbrouwer

Narrator: Peter Kuitenbrouwer

Unabridged: 8 hr 44 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/21/2025

Synopsis

The captivating story behind Canada’s beloved sweet treat

From the quiet beauty of sugar maple forests to the high-tech, high-stakes world of syrup production, this book takes you on a remarkable journey into one of Canada’s most cherished traditions. Led by Peter Kuitenbrouwer, a forester with a deep appreciation for the land, his narrative uncovers the rich Indigenous heritage of maple syrup, explores its cultural significance and reveals the complex industry that sustains it today, where vast warehouses store a product so valuable it became the target of the Great Maple Syrup Heist, one of Canada’s most infamous thefts.

Blending history, culture and science in a story that stretches from eastern Canada and into the northeastern US, Maple Syrup stands as a testament to the resilience, communal joy and economic intricacies that define maple syrup, and is the perfect read for anyone who loves Canada, its heritage and the irresistible taste of spring.

About The Author

PETER KUITENBROUWER is a journalist and registered professional forester. He lives in Toronto and makes maple syrup every spring with his family on their woodlot in Madoc, Ontario.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Kara on November 09, 2025

Did I ever think I would read a nonfiction book about maple syrup? No. Yet when the opportunity arose thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Random House, in exchange for a review, I jumped. I love maple syrup as much as the next sweettoothed Canadian! Peter Kuitenbrouwer brings a uniquely suited perspecti......more

Goodreads review by Vanessa on October 22, 2025

What an incredibly informative and captivating book!! My new favourite thing is dropping syrup facts. It was such a pleasure reading the history of syrup, and the projection for the future of production. This book is also a great reminder to purchase goods made from people who value all parts of the......more

Goodreads review by Susanne on November 24, 2025

3.75⭐️......more

Goodreads review by Tiffany ✨️ Bergamot Book Reviews on October 21, 2025

When I saw a book about diving into the history of maple syrup, I was truly expecting a light glance and overview of the sweet substance that Canada is known for. Instead I was pleasantly surprised by how well the author dives not only into the general high points, but sinks into individual people w......more

Goodreads review by Mandy on November 19, 2025

Who knew there was so much to discover about maple syrup? I’d never even paid it any attention before, as it’s not a particularly British thing to get excited about, but this well-written and meticulously researched book opened up a whole new world to me. A mix of memoir, reportage and history, it b......more

Quotes

"This book is an absolute masterpiece, hands-down the best non-fiction Canadian food book I've read. The reporting is as deep and intelligent—and to me, at least, as eye-popping—as any you'll find, and Kuitenbrouwer’s storytelling . . . is just bloody glorious. . . . I was just wowed and enchanted (and if we're honest here, insanely jealous) with every page. This thing should be on every single food-loving Canadian's shelf." —Chris Nuttal-Smith, via Instagram

"Peter Kuitenbrouwer draws on this rich well of personalities to create an informative, entertaining account of one of the country’s most iconic natural resources. . . . Fair warning: reading may also induce cravings for maple-flavoured treats." —Winnipeg Free Press

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