Maple syrup is one of the many resources you can gather and use in Stardew Valley. It is made from the sap of maple trees, which can be tapped to harvest maple syrup. Maple syrup is a valuable commodity in Stardew Valley and can be used in various crafting recipes, sold for gold, or given as gifts to villagers. This guide will explain where to find maple trees, how to tap them for sap, and how to process the sap into delicious maple syrup. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about finding this sweet treat in Stardew Valley!
Where To Find Maple Trees
Maple trees are deciduous trees that have leaves with five lobes and a distinct pointed shape. They can be found growing in Stardew Valley in a few specific locations:
The Forest
The forest west of Pelican Town contains several maple trees. Look for them mixed in with the oak and pine trees in this area. The maple trees can be identified by their leaf shape and the pale bark. Tapping the maple trees in the forest is a reliable way to find maple syrup.
The Mountains
Maple trees can also be found growing among the trees on the mountain north of Pelican Town. Hike up the mountain path and keep an eye out for maple trees as you go. There are many maple trees growing along the mountainside trails and cliffs. The elevation creates an ideal climate for maple trees.
The Farm
If you are lucky, maple trees may spawn randomly on your farm when it is first generated. Check your farm closely when you first arrive to see if any maple trees happened to sprout there. Even a single maple tree on your farm can provide a convenient source of sap.
The Secret Woods
The lush Secret Woods located north of Cindersap Forest has a high concentration of maple trees. If you unlock access to this mysterious forest, it can become a prime spot for maple syrup tapping.
How To Tap Maple Trees For Sap
Once you locate some maple trees, tapping them for sap is straightforward. Here is the step-by-step process:
Have an Axe Equipped
You will need to have an axe equipped in your toolbar to tap the maple trees. Any type of axe will work.
Approach a Maple Tree
Walk up close to a maple tree. You’ll know you are close enough when you see the prompt “Tap” appear.
Tap the Tree
Use your axe to tap the maple tree. Each tap will produce one maple syrup sap.
Collect the Sap
The fresh maple syrup sap will spill onto the ground at the base of the tree. Walk over it to automatically collect it.
Continue Tapping
You can tap each maple tree once per day. Return each day to tap your maple trees again and collect more sap.
Processing Maple Syrup Sap Into Maple Syrup
Fresh maple syrup sap can be processed into maple syrup through these steps:
Craft a Tapper
You will need a tapper, which can be crafted from 1 copper bar and 5 wood at a crafting station. Equip this item in your hands.
Place on Maple Tree
Approach a tapped maple tree. You will see the “Place Tapper” prompt. Use the tapper on the tree.
Collect Syrup
Leave the tapper on the tree overnight. The next day, approach the tapper and collect the maple syrup that has accumulated.
Each tapper will produce 1-2 maple syrup per day. Leave your tappers on the trees to collect a steady flow of maple syrup each day!
Maple Syrup Uses
Maple syrup has many uses in Stardew Valley:
Energy and Health Restoration
Eating maple syrup directly will restore 50 energy and 21 health. Keep some on hand as a quick pick-me-up!
Gifts
Many Stardew Valley villagers love maple syrup as a gift:
| Abigail | Loves |
| Alex | Likes |
| Caroline | Likes |
| Clint | Likes |
| Demetrius | Likes |
| Evelyn | Likes |
| George | Likes |
| Gus | Likes |
| Jas | Likes |
| Jodi | Likes |
| Kent | Likes |
| Linus | Likes |
| Marnie | Likes |
| Pam | Likes |
| Penny | Likes |
| Pierre | Likes |
| Robin | Likes |
| Sam | Likes |
| Sebastian | Likes |
| Shane | Likes |
| Vincent | Likes |
| Willy | Likes |
Giving maple syrup to these villagers will raise their friendship levels.
Cooking
Maple syrup is used in several cooking and crafting recipes:
- Maple Bar – Maple syrup + Sugar
- Fishers Breakfast – Maple syrup + Egg
- Super Meal – Maple syrup + Egg + Milk
- Survival Burger – Maple syrup + Cave Carrot + Morel
- Maple Syrup – 2 Maple Syrup Sap items
So it can be worth saving some of your maple syrup for recipe ingredients.
Selling
Maple syrup sells for a base price of 200g at the various shops around Stardew Valley. So tapping maple trees can be a good source of income!
Maple Syrup Tips
– Maple trees regrow their leaves in the spring, so tap them primarily in Spring for the best maple syrup yield.
– Place tappers on maple trees early in Spring before their leaves regrow for maximum harvests.
– The Forest and Secret Woods have the highest density of maple trees for efficient tapping.
– Eat maple syrup to replenish energy and health.
– Turn excess maple syrup into maple bars to sell for more profit.
– Tap maple trees on your farm each morning as part of your daily routine.
– Save 5 maple syrup for the Fall Fair grange display to earn bonus Star Tokens.
Conclusion
Maple syrup is a handy resource that can be gathered by tapping maple trees in Stardew Valley. Look for maple trees in the Forest, Mountains, Secret Woods, and your Farm. Tap them daily with an axe to obtain maple syrup sap, then process with tappers into delicious maple syrup. Use the maple syrup for energy and health, gift giving, cooking, and profits. With a steady supply of maple syrup from your maple tree tapping operation, you’ll be well on your sweet way to success in Stardew Valley!