James Jennings Are pancakes better with amber or dark maple syrup On September 26, National Pancake Day, had a test kitchen with 3 from scratch recipes and 3 commercial pancake mixes. One mix and one recipe were buttermilk pancakes. The others were eggs and milk, th... Jan 14, 2026 FAQ
James Jennings National Pancake Day On September 26, National Pancake Day, we had a Pancake Test Kitchen: A Comparison of Homemade and Commercial Mixes We tested a total of six different pancake recipes, three of which were homemade and... Jan 14, 2026 FAQ
James Jennings Why are maple syrup producers called sugarmakers? The term "sugarmaker" is derived from the fact that maple syrup production involves the making of sugar from the sap of maple trees. The term has been used for generations and is still used today to r... Jan 14, 2026 FAQ
James Jennings every time is the first time the goal is not consistency in flavor and color. maple syrup is a natural and wild product. letting it run wild and see what it can do. not industrialization. every taste is the first taste because it... Jan 14, 2026 FAQ
James Jennings Colors and flavors of maple syrup Maple syrup is graded by light transmittance, which roughly corresponds to flavor and when during the season it is produced. 100-75% light transmittance is graded as golden. 50-74.9% is amber. 25-49.9... Jan 14, 2026 FAQ
James Jennings Maple Banana Bread Banana bread made with maple syrup is a family favorite. It rare that a loaf lasts longer than a day in our household. To print, open image in new window.... Jan 14, 2026 Recipes
James Jennings Vermont Maple Spritz This is our go to cocktail at home for when we have company. Light and refreshing, it is great for summer evenings and barbecues.... Jan 14, 2026 Recipes
James Jennings Pancakes Pancakes are classic, covered in maple syrup and accompanied by fruit and bacon or breakfast sausage. What makes it so popular are 1. Flavor Profile - Sweetness: Maple syrup adds a rich, natural sweet... Jan 14, 2026 Recipes
James Jennings Hot Spiced Cider with Maple Syrup Our little town has a community building event in December called the windows of Advent. For each night of Advent, households or groups of neighbors host an apero in the evening that is open to all. T... Jan 14, 2026 Recipes
James Jennings Apple galette with maple syrup Boskoop is a great choice for apple pie because it has a well-balanced flavor that combines sweetness with a slight tartness. They have firm, dense flesh that holds up well during cooking so that the ... Jan 14, 2026 Recipes
James Jennings Crostini with Strawberries, Basil and Maple Syrup This appetizer is the culmination of several years to understand molecular food pairing for maple syrup. Simple, seasonal recipe that is delightful to look at and savor. Don't use supermarket maple sy... Jan 14, 2026 Recipes
