Barred Woods Maple Pure Organic Vermont Dark Maple Syrup is a 100% pure organic maple syrup made from the sap of sugar maple trees in northern Vermont, one of the most renowned maple syrup-producing regions in the United States. It belongs to the Dark Color & Robust Flavor grade, a darker style of maple syrup known for its rich and intense maple character, produced by the family-run farm Barred Woods Maple.
The syrup contains only one ingredient – pure maple sap, collected from organically certified forests and boiled down to achieve its characteristic concentration and consistency. The sap is processed in small batches, with an emphasis on boiling it on the same day it is collected, while stainless-steel tanks, containers, and equipment are used throughout production to maintain purity. The dark grade develops a deeper, fuller and more pronounced maple flavor; compared with lighter syrups, it offers a stronger maple character with rich, caramelized notes.
Producer
Barred Woods Maple is a family-owned farm nestled in the wooded hills of Vermont, specializing in the production of 100% pure, organic maple syrup. Their forest spans more than 1,300 acres of pristine land, known as the “sugarbush” where maple sap is collected sustainably with a strong commitment to preserving the natural ecosystem.
The sap is gathered using a modern vacuum system that does not harm the trees, and the syrup is processed in small batches to preserve its authentic flavor. The texture is silky and dense, while the aroma reveals layers of wood and the natural sweetness of maple.
The syrup is widely used in gastronomy - as a topping for pancakes, waffles, and desserts, or as a natural sweetener for beverages and sauces. The brand is recognized for its simple, elegant packaging featuring the image of a barred owl - inspired by a real owl that once watched over their work in the forest.
This visual symbol connects the brand to nature and the calm rhythm of woodland life. Through transparency, sustainability, and quality, the farm has become one of Vermont’s leading producers of organic maple syrup.
Their syrup reflects the terroir of North American forests and represents the true taste of nature in its purest form.