The tree that produces the sweetest type of syrup is the sugar maple (Acer saccharum). Primarily found in North America, especially in the northeastern United States and Canada, sugar maples have high concentrations of sugar in their sap, making them ideal for syrup production. The sap is collected in late winter to early spring when the temperatures fluctuate between freezing at night and thawing during the day. This temperature change is necessary for sap flow. After collection, the sap is boiled down to produce maple syrup, a natural sweetener cherished for its flavor and versatility in cooking and baking.