Water for syrup does not need to be boiled.
If you are making syrup with a high ratio of sugar, say 2:1, then hotter water will assist in dissolving the sugar, but heat is not needed for syrup safety or preservation.
Are there any eggs/brood in the hive? I'm a bit south of you, but I would expect a viable hive in your location to have some brood by now.
If you are making syrup with a high ratio of sugar, say 2:1, then hotter water will assist in dissolving the sugar, but heat is not needed for syrup safety or preservation.
Are there any eggs/brood in the hive? I'm a bit south of you, but I would expect a viable hive in your location to have some brood by now.