# Canadian Maple Cocktails This Sappy Beverage is Perfect for Toasting the Great White North By Amelia Roblin | Published 2015-03-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-cocktail References: [bcliving](http://www.bcliving.ca/food/9-all-canadian-canada-day-drinks) You don't have to be from the land of syrup and poutine to consider consuming this [Canadian maple cocktail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-thanksgivings), for almost everybody can appreciate the scrumptious combination of alcohol and sweetness. On Canada Day and year-round, enjoy an easy and delicious recipe that will turn a standard spirit into a patriotic and simply delectable beverage. Mix 1 ounce of [Crown Royal Whiskey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-royal-blackberry-flavored-whisky) with 1/4 of an ounce of lemon juice and 1/2 of an ounce of pure [Canadian maple syrup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuii-peanut-butter-canadian-maple-syrup). I have to wonder, however, how the flavor would change if you were to sub in Canadian Club for a super loyalist martini. The BC Living website provides very straightforward instructions for the preparation of this shaken drink, making it accessible to all who are able to get their hands on the concentrated sap of maple trees. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Maple-infused Cocktails:** An opportunity for mixologists to experiment with maple syrup in cocktails, creating unique and flavorful beverages. - **National Pride Cocktails:** A chance for bartenders to craft cocktails inspired by local flavors and ingredients, fostering a sense of national pride. - **Accessible Cocktail Recipes:** The rise of user-friendly cocktail recipes that make it easy for anyone to create delicious drinks at home. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beverage Alcoholic:** Alcoholic beverage companies can explore partnerships with maple syrup producers to create maple-infused spirits and promote unique cocktails. - **Food and Beverage Hospitality:** Restaurants and bars can incorporate maple syrup cocktails into their menus to offer customers a distinct and patriotic drinking experience. - **Recipe Sharing Platforms:** Online platforms and mobile apps can provide accessible cocktail recipes that include maple syrup as an ingredient, catering to home bartenders. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition Maple-Infused Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-from-canada.md) - [Hard Maple Seltzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-maple-seltzer.md) - [Canada-Inspired Maple Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iced-maple-latte.md) - [Maple Syrup-Infused Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-stout.md) - [Maple Grenadine Cocktail Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-grenadine.md) - [Cannabis-Flavored Maple Syrups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrel-aged-maple-syrup.md) - [Maple Syrup-Finished Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glen-moray-spirits.md) - [Boozy Maple BBQ Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-whisky-bbq-king.md) - [Maple Syrup-Inspired Apple Brandies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandy-maple.md)