Clear Plastic Syrup Jugs-Bottles?

[johnallin]

I've always packed in the glass 8 and 12 oz syrup bottles with the handle on the neck. I like the way it looks and it shows off our syrup.
But I've been thinking lately that I'd consider plastic if I could get a crystal clear bottle or jug. Lots of producers are packing in plastic opaque jugs.
If you're making nice syrup why not clear? It's a recyclable product, lighter than glass and would be easier to ship...

Has anyone used or seen one?

[maple flats]

Sounds interesting, but I'm not sure there is a clear plastic that will take the heat.

[karl evans]

There is a company out of Canada pushing a clear plastic jug. They sent us samples. A little pricey I felt, & for now we would need to come up with a label or use there's with french on it. What does everyone think?

[johnallin]

Karl

What was the name of the Canadian Co? Were they more expensive than glass? thanks John

[karl evans]

Karl

What was the name of the Canadian Co? Were they more expensive than glass? thanks John
The name was clearpack.
Quart was .82 each & pint .68 each
This was my dealer price & did not include the caps or a label.
I didn't pursue any further. I would have shipping in it then if we marked them up 5-10%
Bought the caps & label they would be pricey. I am always Leary of new products as far as quality & service.

[johnallin]

Did you receive any samples to look at clarity and quality?

[karl evans]

Yes. They were very clear. Quality seemed fine but that would need tested.

[johnallin]

Still interested, I'd like to see some, test our labels (syruplabels.com) which are sticky as can be, and see how they compare with the glass I've been using. I've contacted the company and am waiting for a reply.

[JesterV]

I am super skeptical of using plastic at that temperature. Especially since it is likely made in places where poison plastic scandals are common. Constantly hearing about things leaching off plastic of all sorts, especially things that are allegedly "food grade." These days I don't trust assurances from manufacturers. Today we're told these are safe. Tomorrow we discover they aren't really safe, whoops, sorry. Sometimes it doesn't pay to save money for certain things. Interested in hearing other's experiences with these plastic containers.

[S.S.S]

D&G is selling new clear plastic containers

[tgormley358]

3rd year sugaring in MA, now with 80 taps so i've started trying different bottles including plastic, and I'm curious and concerned with JesterV's questioning the safety of using plastic bottles at bottling temperature around 190 F. Til this year i've only bottled in glass, and the high temp of course sterilizes the bottle. So i figured the same would apply with the typical plastic maple syrup containers you find in stores -- I bought a bunch from The Maple Guys. But is that a mistake to bottle in those plastic containers at high temp? Are they really intended for bottling later at room temp?

[bspiece]

Yes. They were very clear. Quality seemed fine but that would need tested.

Hey Karl....Could you post a picture of an empty and filled clear plastic jug?

[maple flats]

All maple syrup needs to be bottled (plastic or glass) at 180+F, below that you will get problems.

[karl evans]

Hey Karl....Could you post a picture of an empty and filled clear plastic jug?I am sorry I can't because I never filled one yet, we gave away the samples they sent us. I see that D&G sells them now. We are still deciding if we should sell them. ( I never make decisions quick).

[blaircountysugarin85]

I would imagine any clear plastic honey containers would work....

[blaircountysugarin85]

Here are clear plastic bottles intended for maple syrup and the price is right. https://freundcontainer.com/pet-plastic-maple-syrup-bottles/?v10312-B

[S.S.S]

The D&G containers seem pretty expensive!!

[bigjohnsons]

Here are clear plastic bottles intended for maple syrup and the price is right. https://freundcontainer.com/pet-plastic-maple-syrup-bottles/?v10312-B

I brought 40 of these the other day. It cost me as much for shipping as I paid for the bottles, but all said and done delivered it was about $1.20 a bottle.

My first batch I filled them right to the top (overfilled them). Not realizing I put closer to 14 oz per bottle. The syrup expanded and deformed the plastic bottles and pushed out the bottom. Now they won’t stand up.

Second batch I put 12 oz in them and had better luck. A couple came out wobbly but I think it’s because I laid them on there side with the hot syrup

I plan on doing another batch this weekend and will try leaving them standing up after I cap them.

The jury is still out on them.

[johnallin]

Want to resurrect this thread. Bigjohnsons, How did you fare with the plastic bottles?

[Wolfcreek Maple]

Sugar Bush Supply has clear plastic bottles they are bpa free also.We have used them with no trouble at all, clarity is good and take the heat with no problems.