This antiquarian volume contains a concise treatise on the production of
syrup from sweet sorghum, including information on equipment, correct
methodology, testing, and much more besides. Written in clear, concise
language and containing a wealth of helpful, practicable information,
this text is ideal for those with little previous experience, and makes
for a great addition to collections of allied literature. The chapters
of this book include: 'Varieties of Sorghum for Syrup', 'Sweet Sorghum
Culture', 'Harvesting', 'Crushing and Pressing the Cane', 'Second
Pressing', 'Straining the Juice', 'Settling the Juice', 'Clearing and
Neutralizing', 'Clearing by Filtering', 'Concentration of the Juice by
Use of Iron Kettle', etcetera. We are proud to republish this vintage
text, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on
homemade syrups, vinegars, and liqueurs.