Using apple cider syrup to prime a blonde?

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A friend boiled fresh cider down to 219deg to make 'syrup'. I've got a pint of it. I'm going to make up a batch of the Centennial Blonde and wondered if I might use it for priming the batch for bottling. Maybe it will add a little apple flavor to the blonde. Any thoughts?
 
It's unclear on the sugar content of this syrup. It is possible to over or undercarbonate severely. I don't really know how you could safely/reliably prime.

How much cider did you boil down? Was is a commercial cider? Do you have a nutrition label that could tell you how much sugar was contained originally? You could probably calculate the sugar content of the syrup, but I also say that if it is a thick syrup, don't bother. Mixing would be a nightmare.
 
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