After World War II, major brands like Aunt Jemima and Mrs. Butterworth's were introduced with little actual maple syrup.
[2] In the late 19th century, as Americans moved into urban areas, they brought with them demand for the taste of the maple tree that they were accustomed to.
[3] Following this, products like Mapleine and Log Cabin branded themselves as maple syrup alternatives that used science and research to produce a superior flavor.
[3] After World War II, products backed by large corporations like Quaker Oats' Aunt Jemima and Unilever's Mrs. Butterworth's were introduced.
[6] Major brands of table syrup include Pearl Milling Company, formerly Aunt Jemima; Mrs. Butterworth's; and Log Cabin.