Saturday, November 28, 2015

Frostie Vanilla (#24 - Rated 3.0 out of 12)

Frostie was initially introduced as a root beer beverage in 1939. Over the years, the company expanded its product line to include 10 varieties, three of which are root beer-based. In 1979, Frostie was acquired by Monarch Beverage Company, which also owns Dad’s and Ramblin Root Beer. In 2000, after experiencing declining sales, Frostie was sold to Leading Edge Brands. Subsequently, in 2009, Leading Edge Brands transferred ownership of Frostie to Intrastate Distributors.



Ingredients: 

Carbonated water, High Fructose Corn Syrup and/or sugar, caramel color, Sodium benzoate, Citric Acid, and natural and artificial flavors

It is assumed that the beverage offers multiple sugar options, allowing the establishment to select the most cost-effective preparation and avoid the need to upgrade the bottle.


Nutrition (from the bottle)

180 Calories 
50 mg Sodium.
46g Sugar (17%) of Daily Carbohydrates
0 mg Caffeine

Aroma and Flavor – 1.0 out of 3 mugs

Upon opening, I immediately discerned that frosty vanilla root beer is not a traditional root beer. The initial aroma is reminiscent of opening a heavily scented vanilla candle, evoking the scent of a vanilla-filled cupcake. It was relatively easy to identify that this beverage is corn syrup-based, as it emits the same aroma as opening a corn syrup bottle.


Upon my first drink, I was struck by the intense sweetness of the vanilla, which had been soaked in sugar cubes. However, after a few minutes, I experienced an unpleasant sensation. Consequently, I have decided not to purchase this beverage again. Despite its intense flavor, I only awarded it a 1 star, acknowledging that they may have intended to replicate a poorly executed vanilla ice cream root beer float.


Head – 0.0 out of 3 mugs

The head was virtually absent. Despite employing every available technique, it remained distinctly visible.


Zip – 1.0 out of 3 mugs

This is flat.  At times, I almost thought I was drinking lightly carbonated corn syrup.

Post Consumption Impression – 1.0 out of 3 mugs

While I acknowledge the potential merits of Frostie Vanilla Root Beer, I must rate it 1.0. The drink's overwhelming sweetness and intensity are not to my liking. In fact, I discarded the last portion as I found it challenging to continue consuming this liquid vanilla almond bark.


Would I recommend this at 3 out of 12 mugs?

Upon attempting the beverage at home, one individual described it as akin to drinking an excessively vanilla-flavored frosted birthday cake. It is not suitable for consumption in a soda. Upon reviewing the ingredients, it is evident that this beverage is highly artificial. It is clearly a heavily commercialized product designed to maximize profit by minimizing costs, with a sodium content of 50 mg, the highest I have ever encountered, and a carbohydrate and sugar content of 46 g, which is excessive. If you enjoyed Golden Maple (which I did not), you may find this beverage appealing. Otherwise, I recommend exploring alternative options. 


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