Gauge the amber tones (for John, a star baker) by Rishi Dastidar

Making caramel is a tricky thing,
especially gauging the amber tones.
Sugar, hot water, watching them sing.
Making caramel is a tricky thing.
Apple juice, cinnamon, might make it zing –
but it could take five or six goes.
Making caramel is a tricky thing,
especially gauging the amber tones.