my goal is to make syrup i really do not care what grade it is if it tastes good!! some of the guys on this site seem to have a holier than thou attitude about their ideas on making syrup. i think if you follow some health guidelines to ensure a safe product who cares how you do it, make it , or what "grade" it is. maybe those guys should start a new thread and lock the rest of lessers out, and let us discuss and share our experiences or lack of.