Syrup source crossword clue

Answer
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MAPLE

MAPLE — the 5-letter solution to “Syrup source”, entered at 1 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword for October 12, 2021.

About this clue

“Syrup source” appeared as 1 Down in the Thomas Joseph crossword on October 12, 2021, and the answer is 5 letters long. We have tracked this clue 5 times in Thomas Joseph puzzles, most recently on August 19, 2025.

Letters
5
Position
1 Down
Times seen
5

Every time this clue has run

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Frequently asked questions

What is the answer to “Syrup source”?

In the Thomas Joseph crossword for Tuesday, October 12, 2021, the answer to “Syrup source” is MAPLE — 5 letters, entered at 1 Down.

Could the answer be different in my puzzle?

The same clue text can take different answers depending on the grid. Every time we have seen “Syrup source” in the Thomas Joseph crossword the answer has been MAPLE, but always check the letter count against your grid.

How many letters is the answer?

The answer has 5 letters and starts with M.

Is this the official Thomas Joseph site?

No. This is an independent solver’s reference. The Thomas Joseph crossword is published by King Features Syndicate.