That Time Of Year Again

[Bob Davis]

Edgar: Thanks for the brief background on syrup production. I had no idea it was so involved. I always knew that it took a lot of sap to make a gallon. Is that 35:1 ration pretty standard? Also didn't know that the sugar content fluctuates year-to-year, and is also different by region. I'm curious... do you have a device that measures the sugar content of the sap? I'm sad to think about the possibility that syrup production could be a thing of the past in Connecticut and I didn't even think about the affects of climate change and insects on the maples. Thanks for clarifying my question on the radio.

Best,

Bob

[Dean Romig]

To say nothing of the "Winter (or Snow) Moth" which feed voraciously on maple leaves.

[Dean Romig]

I'd sure like to sample some of that syrup!!

[edgarspencer]

The only difference, Gary, is the local law actually pays me for mine. I'll swap you a pint of mine for a pint of yours.

[Hammer Gun]

Done!

[George M. Purtill Member #28]

I visited Eggar today and bought some of the Grade A Light Amber for a friend. I made the mistake of tasting it and now my friend won't get it.
I'm making pancakes tomorrow. I may even find a way to mix alcohol with it- its going to be a long blizzard here.....

[George M. Purtill Member #28]

I tried to trade this DHE 28 for syrup but Eggar said he would only take cash or moonshine.

[Double Lab]

George;
I've got 10 cases of syrup ready for shipment. I'll PM you with my address for shipment of the 28. I'm only doing this because you seem to be a nice guy. I'll be shooting it with Rich and his fancy gun at Drake's Landing if you would like to visit her.

[Hammer Gun]

George, When you fix the pancakes, pour the syrup on top and between the layers when finished with that pour some cognac on the top and light it! Sort of like having bananas foster for breakfast, I am serious no bull just don't catch the house on fire! the fire dept can't get to you with all the snow!