rpc - 3/4/2021 07:10

For me filtering was the worst part of making syrup, almost quit because of it. They make a cone shape felt filter that is the most syrup robbing thing ever invented. You're not suppose to twist or wring the thing out or you ruin the fibers. Ended up getting a small filter press , have to add dicatomous earth to the syrup , but does an excellent job. I would consider putting the finished syrup in the fridge and letting the sugar sand or niter settle out. Give it 4 days or so, pour off the syrup and heat back up to 200 and put it in bottles or jars above 180. If you have something like a double boiler pan it would be better . If any part of the syrup in the pan starts to boil again, it just releases more niter. This is for family or friends, the worst that can happen is they get to the bottom of the jar or jug and there will be some sediment. This is not toxic its just minerals from the tree. Ron