The Story of Ingredients (8) – The Story of Maple Syrup 20 (Maple 5)
According to Canadian federal regulations, maple syrup is divided into three grades based on color, clarity, and flavor: the highest grade—rich maple tree flavor, best for direct consumption; the second grade—slightly inferior flavor and amber color; and the third grade—darkest color, suitable for food additives.
Canadian Maple Syrup Grading System
Canadian No 1 AA Color: Golden yellow Flavor: Light and fragrant
The production season is in early March of each year, when the earliest tree sap is concentrated to make maple syrup.
Because the flavor is relatively light, it is very suitable for children, the elderly, patients in bed or after illness, especially for heart patients and diabetics.
Canadian No 1 A, Color: Coffee-colored Flavor: Rich and fragrant
The production season is around mid-March when the syrup is harvested. It is made from harvested maple sap.
Those who love maple syrup with its special rich and fragrant flavor will find this grade to be the best choice for them. It will certainly add a touch of elegance to your table and become an indispensable companion to your daily life. Try using it to replace sugar when drinking coffee, tea, or cooking, and you will discover it can change your bad physique and bring you unexpected effects.
Canadian No 2 Amber, Color: Light coffee color Flavor: Rich and fragrant
Harvested around early April, when the harvest is nearing its end, it is made from maple sap.
It has a strong maple scent, and those who love maple syrup with its rich and concentrated flavor will believe its unique and unforgettable flavor will not disappoint your choice. Used for cooking
Making cookies, cakes, and desserts is an indispensable flavoring aid. Canadian famous international maple candy and maple ice cream are made with this grade of maple syrup.
Intense flavor (Canadian No3 darker) is sometimes called Canadian No3 Middle Amber, Color: Coffee color Flavor: Very rich
Harvested at the end of the year in late April. It is made from the last harvest of maple sap.
This is a cooking-specific maple syrup. Its characteristic is that it has a similar caramel flavor. Because of its strong aroma, it is widely used in cooking, baking, and some special food flavorings. In Europe and Japan, it is also used as a spice to make popular maple-flavored cigarettes.
