What is the difference between the different grades of syrup?
Is one better than the other? By Federal law, pure maple syrup must be graded according to color and flavor. The grades are Grade A light amber, Grade A medium amber, Grade A dark amber, and Grade B. As a rule of thumb, the lighter the color, the more delicate the flavor; the darker the color, the stronger the flavor. Grade B is a very dark and strongly flavored syrup. One is not better than the other, its a matter of personal taste preference, much like beer or wine. Some people prefer a very mild, light beer; while others prefer a more dark & hearty tasting beer. All pure maple syrup is better than the fake stuff! Traditionally Grade B syrup costs a bit less, which doesn’t make much sense as it costs the producer more to make it.
