Common questions

Is Dark maple syrup healthy?

Dark maple syrup scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is a single-ingredient item made from pure maple syrup, which is a processed culinary ingredient.

How processed is Dark maple syrup?

Dark maple syrup is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Dark maple syrup's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Maple syrup counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Dark maple syrup

Name: Dark maple syrup
Brand: Tesco Finest

Tesco Finest

Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Tesco

Category Condiments

Summary

This product is a single-ingredient item made from pure maple syrup, which is a processed culinary ingredient. It is minimally processed and does not contain any artificial additives or preservatives. However, it is high in natural sugars, which slightly impacts its healthiness score.

Key ingredients 1

Maple syrup

Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

High sugar content can contribute to increased blood sugar levels and potential weight gain if consumed in excess.

Benefits

Contains small amounts of minerals like manganese and zinc, and provides antioxidants that may offer some health benefits.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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