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It's been 10 years since the first “maple water” beverage hit the American market. DRINKmaple still popular. But in recent years, the potential of this product has skyrocketed as maple has gained popularity as an ingredient with new solutions for hydration.
Containing minerals and electrolytes but only a few grams of sugar, maple water has a slightly sweet taste. Growth from 2021And it is expected to grow in the future. It is expected to grow from USD 335 million in 2021 to USD 3.1 billion by 2030. According to Strait Research, the ingredient is expected to grow at a CAGR of 31.6% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2030.
According to Linda Halley, general manager of Gwenyn Hill Farm, “sap” is known as the sticky substance that comes straight from the tree, but what it actually comes out of is pure water with only 2 percent sugar..
“Many people think maple syrup comes from maple trees, but it actually takes 40 gallons of maple water to make just one gallon of syrup. Maple water is extremely hydrating and contains electrolytes, minerals, polyphenols, antioxidants, and prebiotics,” says Lauren Manaker.Registered dietitian and former contributor in Charleston, South Carolina. Try some simple maple water.
““Potential benefits of maple water include improved hydration after intense exercise, improved aerobic performance, reduced inflammation, faster recovery from exercise, and improved blood sugar control,” says Rikel Talent, a Las Vegas registered dietitian and performance nutrition coach.
Maple water is considered a great alternative to some rehydrating drinks and brands, especially those with high sugar content. The product also appeals to consumers who are looking for environmentally sustainable practices in food and beverage production. According to Drink Simple’s website, the sap removal process does not harm the trees and promotes healthy forestry on the producer’s land.
“Maple water is more popular with athletes and active individuals because of its potential to improve exercise performance and recovery, but it can actually be a great hydration option, especially for those who don’t drink enough plain water but don’t need or want to drink fluid drinks with a lot of sugar or artificial sweeteners,” Tallent says, adding that it’s also a solid source of manganese and antioxidants in general.
Manaker also sees consumers showing an overall interest in Maple.
“As people continue to look for natural options, we expect the maple water market to continue to grow. We also expect to see maple water increasingly used as a natural functional ingredient in products such as juices, coffee drinks, iced teas, wellness shots, sports drinks, elixirs, and even alcoholic beverages such as beer and cocktails,” she said.
In the future, we will see more brands incorporating this product into products like ice cream, smoothies, soups, and more. Industry expert The verification says that demand can be met by increasing the number of available and healthy maple trees in both the United States and Canada. That means for producers ready to increase production, now may be a good time to start.
