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Vermont Maple Syrup Grades

Maple Syrup is serious business in Vermont. The state sets standards for maple syrup and to be labeled Pure Vermont Maple Syrup it has to be 100% Pure Vermont Maple Syrup. Vermonters know that the best Maple Syrup in the world is produced here in the Green Mountain state and we have a reputation to take care of.

There are four grades of Vermont Maple Syrup for consumers and a grade for commercial use. Many people ask which grade is the best, everyone has a different opinion. The grades range from Fancy which has a light color and delicate taste to Dark Amber which is much darker in color and has a more robust flavor.

The best way to find out which one is best for you, is to visit Dodge's Mansion House Maple Syrup and tour our Sugarhouse. You can sample all the different grades of Maple Syrup and make your own decision.

"Vermont Fancy" Light Amber color, delicate maple bouquet
Mild maple flavor, excellent on ice cream or on foods which permit its delicate or subtle flavor to be appreciated

"Grade A Medium Amber"
Medium Amber color
Characteristic maple flavor; popular for table and all around use

"Grade A Dark Amber"
Dark Amber color, robust maple flavor
Robust (strong) maple flavor; also very popular for table and all around use

"Grade B"
The strongest and darkest table grade maple syrup
Some people prefer this syrup for the table and its stronger maple flavor makes it the best grade for cooking, you haven't lived until you've had baked beans prepared with Pure Vermont Maple Syrup.