
Maple Grove Farms Pure Dark Amber Syrup
What You Should Know
Maple Grove Farms Pure Dark Amber Syrup is a straightforward, pantry-friendly take on a classic American breakfast staple. You’ll typically find it in the breakfast aisle near pancake and waffle mixes, pancake syrup bottles, honey and jams, and other sweet condiments — sometimes also shelved with natural sweeteners like agave and molasses. This bottle reads like a small celebration of maple: the label emphasizes “100% Pure” and “Dark Amber” to suggest robust flavor and purity, appealing to shoppers seeking a more authentic alternative to pancake syrups made from corn syrup. It’s often bought for weekend brunches, family breakfasts, holiday baking and as a small luxury to drizzle over pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, yogurt, roasted squash or ice cream. The brand positions itself toward consumers who value tradition and simple ingredients — parents who want a recognizable product for kids, home cooks who prize classic flavors, and shoppers who like a modest premium without organic price tags. Label characteristics include naturalness claims (“Pure”), minimalist ingredient disclosure (single ingredient), and family-friendly imagery rather than bold health claims; it is not labeled organic on the presented details. In plain processing terms, this is a concentrated tree sap that’s been boiled and filtered — a pantry ingredient rather than a multi-ingredient manufactured food. Sensory notes: thick, flowing amber syrup with a glossy sheen, sweet and caramel-like maple aroma and a smooth, slightly viscous mouthfeel; packaged in a squeezable or pourable plastic bottle (or glass in some formats) intended for a measured drizzle. The ritual: warming the bottle slightly, lifting it above pancakes, and watching the syrup map out glossy rivers across a stack — a small domestic indulgence rooted in comfort and tradition.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Pure, Maple, Syrup..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Ingredients
Why this score?
This product is a single-ingredient sweetener (pure maple syrup) that is produced by concentrating sap through boiling and filtering; it fits NOVA group 2 as a processed culinary ingredient rather than an ultraprocessed food.
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Common Questions about Maple Grove Farms Pure Dark Amber Syrup
Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? This syrup is pure maple syrup, which means it's a natural sweetener with some minerals like potassium. However, it's high in sugar, so while it can be a tasty treat, moderation is key, especially if you're watching your sugar intake.
