Smooth, satisfying maple syrup perks up more than just pancakes. In the chilly days ahead, use these VT-approved picks to sweeten everything from oatmeal to roasted veggies to holiday treats.
AndersonÕs Grade B Maple Syrup
The darkest of the bunch, this Wisconsin made favorite tastes toasted and robust, perfect for spooning into coff ee. Plus, the old-timey jug makes it a cute hostess gift. $17.25/32 oz.;
Highland Sugarworks Grade B Cooking Maple
The intense, maple-y flavor of this extrathick syrup lends itself to baked goodies such as granola and pie, but we couldn’t stop drizzling over waffl es. $17.95/16 oz.;
Coombs Family Farms Grade B Organic Maple Syrup
Got a kid at the table? This lighter-tasting syrup, sourced from small organic farms, adds plenty of bright (but not overwhelming) sweetness. $12.99/12 oz.;
GRADE SCHOOL
Maple syrups get assigned different grades depending on their color. Grade A, tapped earliest in the season, is palest in color, with a mild taste. Late-season grade B, which we recommend, tends to be darker and richer. It’s often called cooking maple, but you can pour it on anything.
