Using the right hydrometer at the right stage can make all the difference. But did you know there are key differences between sap and syrup hydrometers?
Is pure maple syrup actually good for you? First of all, we should clarify that this would be REAL maple syrup, not any imitations such as “pancake” or “breakfast” syrup with maple flavoring. It is widely accepted, much like honey,...
It’s that time of year when all sugarmakers start getting antsy, watching the thermometer and waiting for the sap to start flowing. But if it’s still too cold where you are, it would be a good idea to use this...
Making maple syrup starts with drilling a precise hole in the tree. One of the most critical decisions a sugarmaker faces is which drill bit to use. While you might wonder if pricier specialty bits are really better than a...
-by Christianna Peña Customer Service at Bascom Maple Farms Written by one of America’s most respected food writers and the author of 15 cookbooks, this book has more than 100 recipes using maple syrup. When I started researching both the...
Maple candy is great way to enjoy this natural sweetener. You can make it at home, just for fun, or expand your maple business. Unsurprisingly at Bascom Maple Farms, we carry the classic maple leaf molds in three different sizes,...
Did you know Bascom takes in thousands of gallons of locally tapped maple syrup from independent maple producers each year? Many local producers sell all their syrup directly to us, while others only sell their excess syrup to us after...
