This extraordinarily delicious Vermont Maple Syrup is produced in Vermont in small-scale batches exclusively by independent maple farms and local artisans. Maple syrup is a natural sweetener traditionally used on pancakes, waffles, cereals, ice cream, and for glazes and special dishes such as maple-cured hams. It is also used for baking, to sweeten drinks like coffee and tea, and in preparing food dishes like baked beans. It is a natural food product with a history reaching back over the centuries. This syrup is sodium-and cholesterol-free, produced without chemicals, and contains no additives or preservatives. The maple flavor is subtle so it can also be used as an all-purpose sweetener in baking and drinks such as lemonade.