They come from many different walks of life, but they all take pride in what they are producing,” Lamothe says. Price Range Flavor Vermont Maple Syrup Sort By: Results: 1-29 (of 29) Vermont Maple Syrup Mason Jar 20.95 - 24.95 (150) Vermont Maple Syrup BBQ Sauce 12.95 (7) Vermont Maple Butter 18.95 (13) Private Reserve Grade A Golden Delicate Vermont Maple Syrup 29.95 (18) Grade A Amber Vermont Maple Syrup Bottle, 1 Pint 24. “The maple producers in Connecticut are unique. He says each farm’s unique process of collecting, filtering and cooking the sap takes patience and can also contribute to the flavor. “People really seem to enjoy coming out to our sugar house, because it’s a great way to learn how maple syrup is produced and forget about everyday stress.” This year, Lamothe expects to have about 6,000 taps and 26 miles of tubing to collect the sap. Rob Lamothe, owner of Lamothe’s Sugar House, Connecticut’s largest sugar house, said over 4,000 people visited their operation for a tour last year. Basically, you need to cook the pure maple syrup until it reaches the soft ball stage (235º -240✯). Here in Connecticut, being able to get an up-close look at the syrup-making process before you buy is a big part of the attraction. Although Quebec, Canada is the world’s leading producer of maple syrup today, Connecticut maple producers hold their own against larger, more visible syrup-producing New England states, such as Vermont. shipments available for Sweet Maple Candies, updated weekly since 2007. Maple syrup was cultivated by the Native Americans in Connecticut as far back as the 1600s, becoming the new world’s first natural sweetener.

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