Maple Sugar

Suitable for maple lovers, this title is presented in special die-cut cover that displays the grades of maple syrup. It also features photographs that capture the glory, past and present, of maple sugaring, and full-colour illustrations show readers how to identify the various kinds of maple trees from leaves, twigs, bark, fruit, and flowers. Explore the fascinating history of maple sugaring in this informative guide to all things syrup. From the tap on the tree to the pancakes on your plate, Tim Herd explains every nuanced step of the sugaring process. Learn to identify different kinds of maple trees and get inspired to tap the sugar maples in your backyard. Herd also includes tempting recipes that use syrup in old-fashioned treats like maple nut bread, maple eggnog, and pecan pie.