Recipes that glug back 1/2 cup of maple syrup or more do make me cringe. Who has that kind of money?! However, pure maple syrup is an indulgence that I believe everyone should enjoy ... in moderation ... and on sale. Which is why I load up when I find a fantastic maple syrup deal like this one:

Coombs Family Farms 100% Pure Maple Syrup [Organic option] for as low as $12.50 per 2 lb jug (32 ounces), delivered. Yes, that is no tax, on your doorstep, not even fifty cents to drive to the store, end price, that is it. I challenge you to find pure maple syrup for less than $6.25/lb! Use the coupon code BASCOM35, and sign up for subscribe & save (can be cancelled at any time after your order), to get the full discount (details on this page). This deal pops up once in a blue moon on Amazon, but I haven't found any rhyme or reason to the timing. All I know is that the offer expires at the end of the month (September 30, 2009), so head to the Coomb's Sale Now!

Note: I bought two jugs of the grade B, which has a richer maple flavor. If you prefer, Grade A is available for the same price.