Vermont's Maple Syrup grading system has changed. Everything is now Grade A as follows:
Golden Delicate - Light, golden color with a mild, delicate taste. Excellent with pancakes & delicious over ice cream or yogurt.
Amber Rich - A light amber color & full-bodied flavor, this grade of syrup is the choice for consumers who desire the classic maple syrup flavor.
Dark Robust - A dark amber color with a more pronounced maple flavor, this grade will satisfy consumers who desire the strong flavors of what was formerly known as Grade B.
Very Dark Strong - Nearly black, this maple syrup has a strong flavor that translates well to cooking, where the maple flavor will carry through to the finished dish.
The easiest way to remember these new grades are: the first word describes the color of the maple syrup and the second describes the flavor.
Vermont's New Maple Grades
Vermont's Maple Syrup grading system has changed. Everything is now Grade A as follows:
Golden Delicate - Light, golden color with a mild, delicate taste. Excellent with pancakes & delicious over ice cream or yogurt.
Amber Rich - A light amber color & full-bodied flavor, this grade of syrup is the choice for consumers who desire the classic maple syrup flavor.
Dark Robust - A dark amber color with a more pronounced maple flavor, this grade will satisfy consumers who desire the strong flavors of what was formerly known as Grade B.
Very Dark Strong - Nearly black, this maple syrup has a strong flavor that translates well to cooking, where the maple flavor will carry through to the finished dish.
The easiest way to remember these new grades are: the first word describes the color of the maple syrup and the second describes the flavor.