Grading light syrup?

[Ryan Mahar]

So if you have a color of syrup which is Grade A amber rich, yet the flavor is very light, minimal maple flavoring , almost a more fancy/ delicate taste: can you grade it Delicate, or does the color determine the grade over the taste?? New hydrometer etc so syrup was pulled off at correct time etc.....thanks for thoughts?

[Atgreene]

Strictly by color. Early season tends to make some delicate flavors depending on the year.

[maple flats]

As long as it is a good taste, strictly by color, if it has any off flavor, it is commercial regardless of the color.