What Is a Maple Water

Sugar maple trees are tapped in early spring to collect maple sap, which is a thin, clear liquid also known as maple water. It comes from groundwater mixing with sugar from the trees, but it is only about 2% sugar.

What is maple sap water good for?

Maple water contains antioxidants, zinc, and prebiotics all of which are shown to help support a healthy immune system. Because hydration is also a very important component of staying healthy, maple water’s ultra-hydrating benefits contribute to a strong immune system in multiple ways.

Can you drink sap from a maple tree?

Some people enjoy drinking sap fresh from the tree, while others prefer to boil it for a brief period to kill any bacteria or yeast. Since it is certainly possible for harmful bacteria to be found in sap, the cautious solution is to pasteurize it before drinking.