Table Of ContentContents Preface Chapter 1: The History of Maple Syrup Chapter 2: Identifying and Tapping Maple Trees Chapter 3: Gathering Sap Chapter 4: Cooking Sap Chapter 5: Filtering and Bottling Syrup Chapter 6: Cooking on an Evaporator Chapter 7: Collecting Sap with Tubing Chapter 8: End-of-Season Care Chapter 9: Sugarhouse Considerations Chapter 10: Grading and Selling Your Maple Syrup Chapter 11: Making Other Maple Products Glossary Resources Index
SynopsisFrom managing a sugar bush to slathering your pancakes, this Storey BASICS® guide covers everything you need to know to make and enjoy your own maple syrup., Third-generation syrup makers Alison and Steven Anderson show you how to collect sap using a tree-friendly tubing system and then cook, package, and even market your own syrup. With expert advice for first-time bottlers, the Andersons share their passion with a contagious excitement that is as inspiring as a bowl of sugar on snow.