Dried Candy Cap Mushrooms from Mushroom Mountain are wild-harvested and prized for a sweet, distinctive flavor reminiscent of maple syrup, butterscotch, and brown sugar. Sourced from the USA, they cross easily between sweet and savory cooking. A unique, aromatic addition to any pantry. At a glance Type: Dried candy cap mushrooms (Lactarius spp.) Origin: Sourced from USA, wild-harvested Aroma: Maple syrup, butterscotch, brown sugar Net weight: 1 oz (28g) Good to know: A source of antioxidants and fiber Vendor: Mushroom Mountain Best for Homemade maple-style syrups and sauces Cookies, cakes, and custards Ice cream and dessert infusions Savory dishes wanting a sweet, woodsy note Adventurous and gourmet cooks Gifting to a baker or mushroom fan How to use Soak dried candy caps in water, then blend with sugar and simmer into a syrup to use anywhere you would use maple syrup. They also flavor baked goods, custards, and savory dishes. Flavor profile Sweet and aromatic with notes of maple syrup, butterscotch, and brown sugar. About Mushroom Mountain Mushroom Mountain is a specialty grower and supplier of gourmet and foraged mushrooms, offered fresh, dried, and powdered.