Deer Ridge Maple was established in 2004 by Jaret and Jessica Judd, though their passion for maple syrup production has much deeper roots. Jaret's love affair with maple sugaring began at the tender age of six, when he started tapping trees around his family home and hauling the precious sap on his sled to neighbor Prescott Kelley. For years, young Jaret sold his sap, learning the rhythm of the seasons and the art of the harvest before eventually making the pivotal decision to boil the sap himself.

The operation evolved steadily over the decades. After many years of boiling sap outdoors, Jaret and his father Reg built their first sugarhouse in 1992, marking a significant milestone in their sugaring journey. In 2004, the family upgraded to their current handicap accessible sugarhouse, which seamlessly blends modern technology with time-honored traditions to maximize efficiency while preserving the authentic craft of maple syrup production. Today, they tap 4,000 trees across their own 32 acres in Derby, Vermont.

The current operation carries profound personal meaning, as it is lovingly dedicated to Jaret's father Reg, who passed away in 2001 from diabetes. Jaret and Jessica have transformed their grief into purpose, sharing their passion for maple sugaring with visitors throughout the year. They welcome guests with open arms, inviting them to witness firsthand the magic of turning sap into liquid gold, continuing a legacy that spans generations while creating new memories for families who visit their sugarhouse.

Pantry/Other

• Vermont Golden Color Delicate Flavor maple syrup
• Vermont Amber Color Rich Flavor maple syrup
• Vermont Dark Color Robust Flavor maple syrup
• Vermont Very Dark Color Strong Flavor maple syrup
• Maple cream
• Maple candy
• Maple sugar