Maple Syrup Production Review
Grade 11th Grade · Science · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe each step of maple syrup production from tapping to bottling.
Warm-Up Video
Practical Mechanic · 4:01
How to Make Maple Syrup - Start to Finish
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Maple trees should be tapped in the spring for about three to four weeks when daytime temperatures are above freezing and nighttime temperatures are below freezing.
- 2
To collect sap, drill a hole 1.5 to 2 inches deep, tap in a spile, and position a food safe collection vessel such as a milk jug or bucket.
- 3
To finish the syrup, boil the sap until it reaches 66 brix on a refractometer, let it cool to 190 degrees Fahrenheit, and pour it through an Orlon filter into clean jars or bottles.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“List the steps of maple syrup production in the correct order, from tapping the tree to bottling the syrup.”
Teacher Guide
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- Answer keys for all questions
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