Vermont Maple Syrup Grades

There are four grades of Vermont Maple Syrup for consumers and one commercial grade. People often ask sugar makers which grade is the best but that is really a personal choice! When you visit a Vermont sugarhouse you should ask to sample the grades that you’ve never had before to determine which one you like the best.



maple syrup - vermont fancy
"Vermont Fancy"
  • Light Amber color, delicate maple bouquet
  • Delightfully mild maple flavor, excellent on ice cream or on foods which permit its subtle flavor to be appreciated.
maple syrup - Grade A Medium Amber
"Grade A Medium Amber"
  • Medium Amber color, pronounced maple bouquet
  • Characteristic maple flavor; popular for table and all around use.
maple syrup - Grade A Dark Amber
"Grade A Dark Amber"
  • Dark Amber color, robust maple bouquet
  • Heartier maple flavor; also very popular for table and all around use.
maple syrup - Grade B
"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.

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