FOOD NEWS
Drinks That Are So Much Better With A Bit Of Maple Syrup
BY Michelle Welsch
Smoothies
A spoonful of maple syrup can add a complementary sweetness to your smoothie. Just add the sweetener conservatively, taste it, then adjust accordingly.
Maple syrup is available in different grades, ranging from extra light to dark. These different grades of maple syrup can lend a variety of tasting notes to your drink.
Chai
Besides quickly mingling with the chai poured into your cup, maple syrup can also enhance the taste of the warm, earthy tea. This simple, easy goodness is pure comfort to sip.
Using maple syrup also eliminates the need for artificial creamers and sugar syrups in chai. You can stir maple syrup directly into your mug or crown your cup of chai.
Iced Teas
In iced teas, maple syrup can bring a mellow sweetness that is naturally delicious, building upon the added flavors of spices, citrus, unique teas, herbs, and berries.
Earl Grey sweet teas can brighten up with an added spoonful of the syrup, while Thai tea recipes can take a softer turn when granulated sugar is swapped out for maple syrup.