Syrup is Complex

Uploaded by uvmext on 02/24/2022

Tags: maple  

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Compared to the relatively simple composition of maple sap, maple syrup has over 130 different identified flavor and aroma compounds. The predominant classes of flavor compounds are phenolics, pyrazines, and carbonyl-based compounds. Typically, lighter-colored syrups tend to contain lower levels of flavor compounds than darker syrups. Sap collection techniques, time of season, sap storage conditions, sap processing methods, and packing all play a role in determining the chemistry resulting in the perceived flavor of the finished product.