Log Cabin: the American syrup named in tribute to Abraham Lincoln since 1887!

There's Canadian maple syrup. And there's American syrup. Log Cabin is that thick, golden, sweet syrup you pour generously over pancakes on Sunday morning — an American tradition since 1887. Named by Patrick J. Towle in tribute to his childhood hero Abraham Lincoln, raised in a log cabin in Kentucky. My American Market imports it to you straight from the States!

Did you know Log Cabin was named in tribute to Abraham Lincoln?

In 1887, grocer Patrick J. Towle of St. Paul, Minnesota, created his homemade syrup. He was passionate about Abraham Lincoln — the 16th American president, born in a simple log cabin in Kentucky. Towle named his syrup "Log Cabin" in tribute. The log-cabin-shaped bottle — one of the icons of American packaging — was introduced a few years later. Today Log Cabin belongs to ConAgra Brands. Fun fact: Log Cabin once contained real maple syrup in its recipe. Today the recipe has evolved, but the flavor remains unique and very different from pure maple syrup!

American syrup vs Maple syrup: what's the difference?

Canadian maple syrup is delicate, floral, with woody notes — 100% natural. Log Cabin-style American syrup is thicker, sweeter, with a more pronounced brown caramel flavor. Both are delicious but in different registers. For the authentic American brunch experience — pancakes, French toast, waffles — it's the American syrup you need!

How to use Log Cabin

American pancakes: The classic way! Stack your pancakes, add butter that melts on top, then pour the syrup generously. That's American brunch!

French Toast: Bread soaked in an egg-milk-cinnamon mix, grilled in butter, drizzled with Log Cabin. The American Sunday breakfast!

Waffles: The American waffle + Log Cabin + fresh fruit = the perfect brunch.

Glaze for fried chicken: Mix Log Cabin + hot sauce for a sweet-spicy glaze on fried chicken. The American Southern combo!

Marinade: Log Cabin + Dijon mustard + thyme = a perfect marinade for pork ribs or salmon.

Frequently asked questions about Log Cabin

Can you replace maple syrup with Log Cabin in recipes?

Yes, measure for measure — but the result will have a more caramelized and sweeter flavor. For authentic American recipes (pancakes, French toast, waffles), Log Cabin is the original ingredient!

Where to buy Log Cabin in Europe?

Log Cabin American syrup is impossible to find in regular European stores. My American Market, the No.1 online American grocery store in Europe, imports it to you straight from the States. Express delivery!

Into American brunch? Check out Jiffy, Crisco and Jet-Puffed in our shop too!

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