Indiana Sugars Maple Syrup

Maple syrup is a syrup usually made from the xylem sap of sugar maple, red maple, or black maple trees, although it can also be made from other maple species.

Ingredient Name: Maple Syrup

Functions: Nutritive Sweetener

Labeling Claims: Natural, Naturally Derived

Physical Form: Liquid

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    Identification & Functionality

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    Food Ingredients Functions
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    Maple Syrup
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    Features & Benefits

    Product Background

    Maple syrup has been used as a sweetener in North America since the very earliest people groups lived in the northeastern region. By the 17th century, European settlers and traders also began harvesting maple products. Since then, the syrup making process has evolved into a seamless production of silky smooth sweetener.

    Typically, maple syrup is made from the xylem sap of maple trees, including sugar maple, red maple, or black maple.

    Applications & Uses

    Properties

    Physical Form

    Packaging & Availability

    Available Grades
    Maple syrup is produced in two grades:
    • Grade A
    • Processing Grade.
    Grade A is further divided in four, color-coded classes:

    Golden, Amber, Dark, and Very Dark. Usually, Golden Syrup posses a delicate taste while Amber is rich. Dark Syrup is robust. Very Dark possess the strongest flavoring. Processing Grade syrup is often used in food products but is not permitted for retail sale.

    In the early maple syrup season, the golden (lighter colored) syrup is produced. As the season progresses, the maple syrup becomes darker and stronger in flavor.

    Packaging Information

    Maple syrup can be ordered in totes, drums, or pails.