Difference in Grade A or Grade B Maple Syrup

[SADeater]

I am a newbie & having difficulty finding grade B syrup. What is the difference & how will it alter my results? I haven't started yet cause I'm trying to find the correct ingredients.

[mycroftxxx]

The following info was pulled from a thread that can be found on page 2 of the forums. perhaps trolling thru the previous threads could answer a lot of questions you may have


PETER perhaps info on maple syrup should be stickied. as well as suppliers and preferences for different areas of canada and the united states.



"Syrup is divided, for commercial purposes, into five different grades of color. Color is one of the chief factors in grading maple syrup. The lighter the syrup, usually the more delicately flavored."

"Government grading stipulates that the syrup be maple-sap, free from foreign material, and of a density of 66 degrees Brix hydrometer reading (66% sugar). It should possess a characteristic maple flavor, should be clean, free from fermentation, and free from damage caused by scorching, buddiness, any objectionable flavor or odor, or any other means."


Canada No. 1 Extra Light (formerly grade AA): Produced at the very beginning of the season, very pale color and delicate taste. Light Transmittance over 75%. (U.S. Grade A Light Amber/Fancy)

Canada No. 1 Light (formerly grade A): Produced at the beginning of the season in mid March. Pale amber in color with a pure, subtle flavor. Light Transmittance 61-74%. (U.S. Grade A Medium Amber)

Canada No. 1 Medium (formerly grade B): Produced in the middle of the season this is the most popular grade available. A rich amber color and more pronounced flavor. Light Transmittance 44-60%. (U.S. Grade A Dark Amber)

Canada No. 2 Amber (formerly grade C): Produced near the end of the season, it contains a higher mineral content, stronger maple taste and dark color. Recommended for cooking or those who prefer a stronger taste. Light Transmittance 27-43%. (U.S. Grade B Commercial)

II. Canada No. 3 Dark (formerly grade D): Produced at the very end of the season, it has the highest mineral content. This is very dark, full flavored syrup often used as an ingredient in cereals and baked goods. Light Transmittance 0-26%. (U.S. Grade B Commercial)

[mycroftxxx]

For the american equivalent grade A


SERVING SIZE Per 100 ml *Percent Daily Value
Energy (kilojules) 1389 17 %
Energy (Kcalories) 333 17 %
Fat 0 g 0 %
Sodium 1.6 mg 0.1 %
Total carbohydrates (sugars) 88 g 29.3 %
Disaccharides (sucrose) 86 g 28.7 %
Monosaccharides (invert sugar) 2 g 0.6 %
Starch 0 g 0 %
Dietary fibre 0 g 0 %
Sugar alcohols 0 g 0 %
Polydextrose 0 g 0 %
Protein 0 g 0 %
Potassium 267 mg 8 %
Calcium 91 mg 9 %
Magnesium 29 mg 7 %

* Percent daily values are based on 8340 Kilojoules (2000 Kcal) diet
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For the American equivalent grade B


SERVING SIZE 35 ml
Per 100 ml *Percent Daily Value
Energy (kilojules) 1389 17 %
Energy (Kcalories) 333 17 %
Fat 0 g 0 %
Sodium 1.6 mg 0.1 %
Total carbohydrates (sugars) 88 g 29.3 %
Disaccharides (sucrose) 85 g 28.3 %
Monosaccharides (invert sugar) 2 g 0.6 %
Starch 0 g 0 %
Dietary fibre 0 g 0 %
Sugar alcohols 0 g 0 %
Polydextrose 0 g 0 %
Protein 0 g 0 %
Potassium 290 mg 8 %
Calcium 120 mg 12 %
Magnesium 32 mg 8 %

* Percent daily values are based on 8340 Kilojoules (2000 Kcal) diet


Information is pulled from the faq section of Luc Bergeron's pure maple syrup website.

http://www.lbmapletreat.com/faq/n_info.htm

[mycroftxxx]

As for the differences between the grade a vs grade b : it seems to be very little nutritional differences between the 2. I would still be a little afraid to do a cleanse without the grade b though

Could you please tell us which city, state/province you live in so that other members could chime in and help you find stores located in your area that do carry grade b syrup.

for me I am extremely surprised to see that all 3 major grocery chains offer the grade b. Sobey's, Save on foods and Safeways all offer grade b. Its just hidden in the organic/health food sections of the stores. Do your grocery stores have organic/healthy sections?? give it a try I was surprised


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[FastBoySlow]

From page 17 of Stanley Burroughs book "The Master Cleanser" :

"...All grades can be used in the diet but the darker grades are the most desirable."

[SADeater]

I'm located in Wytheville, VA. We have a choice of FoodLion or Walmart as our grocery stores. Also, one small health food store that carries mostly supplements. Hardly anything organic here unless you grow it yourself.

[ladydee]

H'lo SADeater - :)

i've found Maple Syrup in both Food Lion and Walmart - in the "regular" syrup section wth the pancake syrups, etc.

Forgot the name brand, but it is a small 8-10oz bottle (something Tree?) , dark Amber, Grade A, perhaps, but it tastes good and works fine. Costs about $5.00.

Also i've made a game of it in this small town: every store i go in that sells food / edibles (alleged), i play "find the maple syrup." i've had some nice surprises!

Wishing you success.

[SADeater]

I did find grade A there, thats why I was wondering what the difference was. I think I will go ahead and start with the grade A & continue to look for grade B.

Thanks!