Maple Syrup in HP soap?

[bookreader451]

I have been using apple cider and honey in my HP soap, 2tbs of each warmed together and added after the cook. I really have liked it so far and I was wondering if anyone has used maple syrup.

We were in the Adirondacks this passed weekend and hubby bought a half gallon! Truth be told I bought some honey too. Just wondering if they are in anyway interchangeable as an added sugar.

 

[artemis]

I have heard that Maple syrup makes for a sticky soap.

 

[bookreader451]

I have heard that Maple syrup makes for a sticky soap.

That is what I was afraid of and why I was asking.

 

[KristaY]

I tried maple syrup a few years ago and got an instant lye water volcano. I swapped the same amount of syrup for the usual amount of honey I use. Lesson learned! Not all sugars are created equal. I was just annoyed enough that I didn't try it again. I think you should give it a shot but go with less than you'd normally use of honey. Half maybe? Do a small batch and see how you like it. It might turn out nice using a smaller amount.

 

[amd]

I used molasses at the same rate as sugar/honey. It made a nice soap. I don't think it would be much different for maple syrup.

 

[dibbles]

I don't know if this will be helpful, but you might find it interesting

 

[bookreader451]

Thank you. Looks like I can add the maple syrup. I do mainly HP so I think it will mix with the apple cider and work well. I will do a test batch this weekend and see how it goes.

 

[Marilyn Norgart]

I will do a test batch this weekend and see how it goes.

let us know

 

[bookreader451]

let us know

Will do. I bought a sample of Rustic's maple syrup FO so I might as well go all in.