Golden Eagle Syrup

History of Golden Eagle Syrup
1928 - 2008
80 years of Sweet Tradition

On October 28, 1928, the first can of Golden Eagle Syrup was produced in Fayette, Alabama by Mr. and Mrs. Victor Patterson, Sr. They had experimented with various mixtures of corn syrup and honey in an effort to find one that not only was delicious, but also mild.

Since then, Golden Eagle Syrup has become a favorite of generations of families. That same quality syrup is still produced in Fayette, Alabama today. Though Golden Eagle Syrup is no longer owned by the Patterson family, the Patterson's dream of providing a premium syrup like no other remains the same.

Golden Eagle is truly "The Pride of Alabama."

Golden Eagle Syrup was first produced
in a small frame building behind
the Patterson's home.

Golden Eagle Founders: Mr. and Mrs. Victor Patterson, Sr.

Mr. Victor Patterson, Sr.
and Mrs. Lucy Patterson

First Golden Eagle Syrup can label,
1928

Early Golden Eagle Containers

Manufacturing operations moved into this plant in downtown Fayette, Alabama, in 1944.

This historic building remains the home of Golden Eagle Syrup manufacturing today.

Mr. Patterson realized the value of advertising to the success of his syrup-making business. He selected radio stations, newspapers and magazines throughout the state to help promote Golden Eagle. Popular disc jockey Joe Rumore of WVOK in Birmingham began advertising Golden Eagle Syrup in 1948, with a series of jingles and voiceover spots; these continued for several decades. As a result of this long-term ad campaign, a generation of listeners will forever associate Mr. Rumore with Golden Eagle Syrup.

Golden Eagle Syrup Production during the 1960's

Golden Eagle Advertising, 1968

In 1972, Golden Eagle Syrup won two gold medals at the California State Exposition and Fair. The medals were awarded based on taste tests and a consumer preference rating of 97 percent.

Mr. Victor Patterson, Sr. died in 1960 and Mrs. Lucy Patterson ran the company until her death in 1972. Golden Eagle continued to thrive under the direction of the Patterson's children, Mr. Victor Patterson, Jr. and Mrs. Jeanie Patterson Newell, and son-in-law Mr. Herbert Newell, until 1986.
Victor Patterson, Jr.	Jeanie Patterson Newell	Herbert Newell

In 1986, due to the ill health of Victor Patterson, Jr., Golden Eagle was reluctantly sold to Mr. John Graves and Judge Clatus Junkin. In 2002, the company was purchased by Trent and Teresa Mobley and Vic and Jennifer Herren. Golden Eagle is once again a family business with a strong commitment toward continuing the traditions and values established by the Pattersons.

Golden Eagle Syrup
"The Pride of Alabama"