Maple Syrup - Farmers` Markets of Nova Scotia

L O C A L
P R O D U C T
P R O F I L E S
Maple Syrup
Maple syrup is typically harvested during March and April - it is available in farmers’
markets all year-round!
How to Use
Nutrition Facts
Ø Maple syrup contains significant amounts of potassium
(35mg/tbsp.) and calcium 21mg/tbsp).
Ø It contains small amounts of iron and phosphorous and
trace amounts of B-vitamins.
Ø Maple syrup is low in sodium with only 2 mg per
tablespoon.
Ø Maple syrup contains many natural antioxidants and
anti-inflammatory compounds.
Ø Maple syrup provides about 50 calories per tablespoon.
Local Vendors
o Acadian Maple
Products
o Haskapa Maple
Syrup
o Haveracres Maple
Farm
o Neil Ripley
And Many More!
Ø Pure maple syrup can be used
as a healthy alternative to
sugar in a variety of dishes,
such as desserts and baked
goods. The natural sweetness
adds depth and complexity to
a wide range of entrees, and
can be used for glazes, rubs or
barbeque sauces for poultry,
meat, seafood or vegetables.
Ø To substitute: use 1 cup of
maple syrup for every 1 cup of
white sugar in your recipe, but
reduce the liquid in the recipe
by 3 tablespoons for each cup
of syrup used.
Ø Pure maple syrup can also add
a subtle sweetness and hint of
flavour to fresh fruit, cereal
and ice cream, as well as
sweeten tea, hot chocolate,
coffee, eggnog and smoothies.
LOCAL PRODUCTS PROFILES
Cost
The average price for maple syrup at a local
farmers’ market ranges from $4-20.50/bottle
depending on the size
Storage
Ø As an unopened bottle or container, the shelf life of
maple syrup is approximately one year. Once opened,
the shelf life is approximately 6 months, refrigerated.
Ø Plastic containers are inexpensive, but allows for some
gas exchange to occur which decreases in syrup
quality over time. Syrup in plastic containers will
degrade and change color after 3 to 6 months of
storage.
Ø Glass, while more expensive, maintains syrup quality.
Purchasing Tips
Ø The darker the syrup, the stronger the flavour.
Ø Syrups are divided into 4 colour classes:
o Golden maple syrup with a delicate taste
o Amber maple syrup with a rich taste
o Dark maple syrup with a robust taste
o Very dark maple syrup with a strong taste
Maple Grilled Corn
Ingredients:
¼ cup local maple syrup
½ cup melted butter
salt and pepper to taste
12 ears of local corn
Directions:
1. Preheat the grill to high. 2. In a bowl, combine the maple syrup, butter, salt and pepper. Set aside. 3. Remove the first layer of husks from each ear of corn. 4. Gently spread out the remaining husk leaves, remove the corn silk and baste the corn with the maple-­‐butter mixture. Pat the remaining husks back around the cob and wrap each in aluminum foil. 5. Place corn on the grill and close the cover. 6. After four minutes, give the corn a quarter turn and close the cover. Repeat three times until all four sides have been grilled (a total of 16 minutes). Unwrap, remove husks and enjoy! 2