Farm Journal

How to Tell If a Maple Candy Brand Is Actually Farm-Made

How to Tell If a Maple Candy Brand Is Actually ...

Not all maple candy labeled “farm-made” actually is. Here’s how to tell if a brand truly makes its candy — or just markets it that way.

Where to Buy Real Maple Candy (And What to Look for First)

Where to Buy Real Maple Candy (And What to Look...

Where to buy real maple candy, what to check first, and how to avoid maple-flavored imitations — with a simple checklist anyone can use.

Does Maple Candy Expire?

Does Maple Candy Expire?

Maple candy doesn’t spoil easily, but storage matters. Here’s how long real maple candy lasts, what changes over time, and how to store it properly.

Why Maple Candy Sometimes Turns Grainy (And Why That’s Normal)

Why Maple Candy Sometimes Turns Grainy (And Why...

If your maple candy feels a little grainy, that’s not a flaw... it’s often proof it’s real. Here’s why texture changes happen and why they’re normal.

Why Maple Candy Is Still Candy (And Why That Honesty Matters)

Why Maple Candy Is Still Candy (And Why That Ho...

Maple candy is made from pure maple syrup — but that doesn’t make it a health food. Here’s why honesty matters, how to enjoy maple candy properly, and why “real”...

How Maple Candy Is Made: From Tree Sap to Finished Candy

How Maple Candy Is Made: From Tree Sap to Finis...

Learn how real maple candy is made, from tree sap to finished candy, and why process, season, and syrup quality matter.