Maple sap can be used to make maple syrup—and much more.
Maple syrup is ready when it reaches a temperature of 4°C (7.2°F) above the boiling point of water.
| 123.9°C / 255°F |
Granulated sugar |
| 120°C / 248°F |
Very hard sugar |
| 117.7°C / 243.8°C |
Hard sugar |
| 114.4°C / 237.9°C |
Maple taffy or soft sugar |
| 113.8°C / 236.8°C |
Maple taffy on snow |
| 112°C / 233.6°C |
Maple butter / Spread |
| 104°C / 219.2°F |
Maple syrup |
| 100°C / 212°F |
Boiling point of water |