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Maple Syrup

kitty4me — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 22:13:49 GMT

I'm looking to purchase some Organic Maple Syrup. I hope you all can please make some recommendations. I checked Amazon for products and reviews and Costco didn't fair well. I'm looking for Grade A light to dark. If you can please tell me why and which grade you purchase? Thanks so much. Katey

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rondell — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 22:25:49 GMT

Katey, I just did a search using the words, organic maple syrup...a ton of sites popped up, too many to mention.

If I may suggest using a search engine of your choice and see the results. I hope this helps.

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Marienkaefer2 — Sat, 22 Feb 2014 22:27:15 GMT

I purchase Grade B, because I read in a nutrition magazine that's it's better for you. Go to www.gradebmaplesyrup.com for some info.

I buy it from my local co-op, so it's organic. I don't stick with a particular brand. Just whatever happens to be on sale.

It is expensive, but imo so much better. And it's not something we use every day, so fir us it's worth it.

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Nightowlz — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 00:51:25 GMT

Wal-Mart here carries Maple Grove Farms Organic 100% Pure Maple Syrup Grade A Dark Amber. It's the only organic they have. The grades have to do with the color, strength & flavor which depends on the season it was made.

As you formulate your products and recipes, you will likely have a specific grade of maple syrup that works best for your needs. Included below are some common uses for the five basic grades.

Grade A Light Amber Maple Syrup: This smooth flavor is one of the most delicate of all the maple syrup grades. Made earlier in the season during colder climates, this smooth maple flavor is ideal for maple cream and maple candies.

Grade A Medium Amber Maple Syrup: This syrup is slightly darker than the Light Amber and is known for its smooth maple flavor. This distinctive taste is produced mid-season when the temperatures start to warm. Its unique and subtle flavor is most often used for table syrup.

Grade A Dark Amber Maple Syrup: As the days become warmer and longer in sugaring season, we produce this full-bodied maple syrup grade. Both the color and the maple flavor are a bit stronger and more intense than the Medium Amber. This grade is popular for table syrups, and is also ideal for general sweetening purposes. Its strong maple flavor also lends itself to meat glazes, cooking recipes, and atop of waffles, pancakes, or oatmeal.

Grade B Maple Syrup: Grade B is made late in the season. The sugar content of the saps has dropped by now so it takes more gallons of sap to make a gallon of syrup, hence the darker color and stronger flavors. This versatile grade is great as a topping and for cooking. It’s hearty flavor is great for both.

Commercial Grade Maple Syrup: Used primarily as a commercial ingredient, this dark syrup presents a strong maple flavor. This maple syrup grade is very popular among food manufacturers. Produced last in the sugaring season, this maple syrup is exceptionally robust. Its intense maple flavor is perfect for baking, and many food brands and chefs rely on this specific grade for recipes.

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DiAnne — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 00:55:29 GMT

I buy organic maple syrup at Trader Joe's. I buy Grade B because I like it better but I think they have Grade A also.

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Deadeye Daisy — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 01:24:48 GMT

I also buy mine at TJs, but prefer Grade B.

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rudy — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 01:35:01 GMT

Hi Katey, I've used Crown brand for the last year or so and just love it. It is Certified Organic and it's from Dutchess County, New York. It's pricey, but worth every cent. Maybe you could start with the "Petite Trio" and see which you like best before buying the larger size. website: crownmaple dot com

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chips — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 01:39:11 GMT

I did not like pure, organic maple syrup until this years. Excellent year last year for maple sap and bought from a local. I need to go back and see if has some more. the best. I have tried the Maple Grove and did not care for it.

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forrestwolf — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 04:08:44 GMT

I was married to a Woodstock, Vermonter, and he was serious about his maple syrup......... There is a General Store in Woodstock, that I would call and just order what I wanted, which was maple syrup from locals, not what I am about to post on here, and I would also order certain Vermont cheese that I could not get just anywhere, and it was local cheese as well.........If you know what you want......I have always been able to get them to sell me what is in there store, for the locals, not just from the mail order catalog........... Just give them a call and ask.........

http://www.gillinghams.com/pages/Vermont%20Foods/maple%20syrup.htm

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AnnMarie-1 — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 04:27:35 GMT

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forrestwolf — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 04:51:52 GMT

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forrestwolf — Sun, 23 Feb 2014 04:55:39 GMT

On 2/22/2014 forrestwolf said:
On 2/22/2014 AnnMarie-1 said:
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boby — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 17:46:01 GMT

Vermont, which takes its maple syrup very seriously, has recently revised the classification system for its own syrup, and is petitioning other states to follow its lead. (I haven't memorized the new grades, but you can look them up on the Internet). So you may, sooner, or later, be looking for a grade of syrup that doesn't exist anymore. Basically what they've done is stratify Grade A and B into several different types for each grade.

These folks don't fool around. They fought for years to keep pancake house-type restaurants from labeling the bottles on the tables "maple" when they weren't pure maple syrup and that's why you see "Breakfast syrup" on buffet tables all over the state.

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Topaz Gem — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 18:41:36 GMT

I buy my maple syrup directly from a maple farm and they recommend Grade A Dark Amber as the most flavorful for pancakes, etc.

For baking, always use Grade B.

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terrier3 — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 18:51:56 GMT

I get NY organic maple syrup, maple cream and maple sugar from our famer's market.

I prefer the darker versions - more flavorful.

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stilltamn8r — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 21:18:44 GMT

I use B grade and get it at Trader Joe's..

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Bird — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 21:58:10 GMT

I buy Wegman's (local market chain) organic in small bottles. I never looked until now, but it says "Grade A" on the label. It's pretty $$$, and I don't know the price any more, but just buy it without looking. It is excellent. I use very little, it has so much flavor! A little maple syrup and balsamic vinegar, maybe mustard, mixed into a salad dressing, wonderful! - Bird

P.S. The Costco one in the opaque bottle - I had it a couple of times, forgot it has to go in the fridge. It developed mold on top and I had to throw it away. I recommend a glass bottle so you can see the condition of the syrup!

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Bird — Mon, 24 Feb 2014 22:00:33 GMT

On 2/24/2014 boby said:
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These folks don't fool around. They fought for years to keep pancake house-type restaurants from labeling the bottles on the tables "maple" when they weren't pure maple syrup and that's why you see "Breakfast syrup" on buffet tables all over the state.

This is great to read! I wish the honey "industry" could do that same thing. Major cereal companies import Chinese "honey." May I say "honey product?" Who knows what that is mixed with. Yet, to my knowledge, they can say it's honey in the ingredients. - Bird

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ROMARY — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 23:40:22 GMT

Trader Joe's. I've often seen maple syrup in a maple leaf shaped bottle. Haven't tried it, though.

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Kachina624 — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 23:59:27 GMT

How could maple syrup NOT be organic?