Choosing the Right Grade of Maple Syrup
Vermont syrup is world-renowned for its quality and comes in four grades: Golden Delicate, Amber Rich, Dark Robust, and Very Dark. Whether you prefer a mild or bold flavor, you’ll find the perfect syrup for your taste. Each grade offers its unique character, from the subtle sweetness of Golden Delicate, the ideal accompaniment to waffles with Amber Rich and Dark Robust Taste, to the bold, caramel-like flavors of Very Dark syrup that is perfect for cooking. The grading system of maple syrup has changed, so if you're used to ordering Grade B or A Dark or Medium syrup, make sure to read more about the changes in our blog to make sense of the multiple variants.
Premium Vermont Maple Syrup for Sale
At Carman Brook Farm, we produce high-quality, pure Vermont maple syrup in small batches, never blending or diluting flavors. Much of your grocery store maple syrup is a homogenized mix of many different producer's syrup bulk bottled and stored in warehouses and distribution centers. Each of our bottles is a representation of a single day's weather and sap run. Our syrup is vegan, gluten-free, and rich in antioxidants and minerals like zinc and calcium. We prioritize sustainability and transparency in every step, bringing you an exceptional product directly from our sugarbush to your table.
The History of Maple Sugaring in Vermont
Maple sugaring in Vermont has deep roots, dating well before the arrival of European colonists when sap was boiled into a shelf-stable maple sugar. Over time, traditional methods have evolved with technology, and the advent of safe canning and bottling has turned pure maple syrup into a household staple. Carman Brook Farm continues this legacy, combining modern techniques with our family’s long history of maple sugaring.
Best Maple Syrup in the Country
Vermont produces more maple syrup than any other U.S. state, and we at Carman Brook Farm are proud of our small contribution. We invite you to read through our reviews and testimonies to the quality under each of our different products.
"You can fix a bad breakfast with real Vermont maple syrup or you can wreck a good breakfast with the fake stuff. It's an easy choice"
-Long-time and Valued Customer, R. Nye of CT
Terroir, Taste, and Maple Syrup
In our home state of Vermont - a region renowned for its uniquely delicious maple tree syrups, our sugaring season is short and sweet, but it yields some of the best maple syrup around.
The secret lies in the rocky outcrops of limestone that make up much of our uncultivated land. The unique environment created by this combination of climate, soil, and topography imparts a flavor profile to our syrup that is truly one-of-a-kind and cannot be replicated in other regions.
Each year, our dedicated team gathers sap from thousands of maple trees in the sugarbush before boiling it down into delicious syrup. We take great care to ensure that we balance production with conservation so that this tradition can continue for generations to come. This includes hygiene and tapping practices that you can read more about here.
If you’re passionate about sustainable, terroir-based, and handcrafted foods, then real Vermont maple syrup is the perfect way to sweeten your morning. Studies on terroir and its relationship with maple syrup have become increasingly popular; Middlebury College noted in one study, that during blind testing, the public was able to distinguish significant quality differences in maple syrup with ease.
In the same study the college recorded an increase in calcium, magnesium, and potassium levels in tree sap from sugarbushes located on limestone bedrock. All important nutrients for plant growth and health. In other words, the detection of quality differences in maple syrup isn't reserved for sommeliers of the craft and competition judges, taste for yourself.
