If you’re road-tripping through Niagara this summer, there’s a farm-side patio waiting for you, and a glass of Maple Iced Tea with your name on it. Lightly sweet and hydrating – our iced tea is made from maple infused black tea and sweetened with our very own small-batch maple sugar.
Served over ice with a slice of lemon, it’s a refreshing way to slow down, rehydrate, and savour the flavours of summer 🍋 ☀️
This farm-exclusive drink can only be enjoyed alongside one of our Maple Tasting Boards — available as standalone experience or as an add-on to our Discover Maple Tour. Book ahead or stop in from May through October on select dates – extra cups can be added to your booking upon request!
A Little Bit of History in Every Glass
Iced tea may feel like a modern indulgence, but its roots go way back. Though chilled tea existed earlier, it was the sweltering heat of the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis that helped it take off in North America. Vendors couldn’t sell hot tea in the blazing sun, so they poured it over ice – and a refreshing tradition was born.
Our version adds a Canadian twist: black tea sweetened with real maple sugar, harvested right here from our trees. It’s iced tea reimagined the Canadian way 🇨🇦
Why It’s So Refreshing
Not all iced teas are created equal. While store-bought versions often contain refined sugars or artificial flavours, our Maple Iced Tea is made with only natural ingredients and sweetened with real maple sugar – a mineral-rich alternative to white sugar.
Beyond taste, Maple Iced Tea is genuinely hydrating. Black tea is over 99% water, and its modest caffeine content doesn’t counteract hydration the way an iced coffee might. Paired with maple sugar, it’s a smarter, more refreshing alternative.
Whether you’re fuelling up after a tour or just enjoying the country views, this is the kind of iced tea that keeps you cool and coming back for more.
Sip & Savour On Our Tasting Patio
Just steps from our Sugar Shack, you’ll find our seasonal tasting patio—a shaded, flower-lined spot that invites you to slow down and savour the flavours of the farm. Whether you’re catching up with friends or relaxing after a Discover Maple Tour, we offer a mix of picnic tables and standing café tables to suit your group’s needs. It’s a casual, welcoming space with plenty of charm. If the weather turns, no worries—we have backup seating in our rustic barn, so your tasting experience is never interrupted by a little rain. The patio is wheelchair and stroller accessible, and open from 12:30pm to 4:00pm on select dates throughout the year.
Tasting Boards feature our full lineup of our gourmet maple products – from maple BBQ sauce to red pepper maple jelly, maple mustard, maple fruit sauces, and more – all made here on the farm. It’s a perfect light lunch or afternoon snack, especially when paired with a cold drink and a view of the maple trees that make it all possible.
Enjoy Maple Iced Tea and Tasting Boards in three ways at our farm this summer:
- Book your table ahead of time on our website
- Walk-in experience at the farm
- Add-on to our Discover Maple Sugar Bush Tour
✨ Pro Tip: Reserve your spot on the Discover Maple Tour early, especially during weekends or holiday travel dates!
How We Make It: Maple Iced Tea Recipe
Can’t make it to the farm but love how this refreshing drink sounds? Here’s exactly how we prepare each batch at the farm:
Ingredients
- 4 tea bags of Maple Tea
- 2 cups Boiling Water
- 2 Tbsp White Meadows Farms Maple Sugar (about 20g)
- Tap water
- Ice Cubes
- Lemon slices, for serving
Instructions
- Add tea bags to a large pitcher.
- Pour in boiling water to steep.
- Set a timer for 4 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags.
- Add maple sugar and stir for 30–60 seconds to dissolve.
- Top up with tap water to fill the pitcher, stir again.
- Serve over ice with a slice of lemon.
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