Dr. Brown’s soda, originating in 1869 by J&R Bottling, was reportedly created by a New York doctor who combined celery seeds and sugar to concoct the cream soda and celery tonic now known as Cel-Ray. It is believed that this was a favored beverage among Jewish communities, leading to the subsequent development of root beer. As an East Coast brand primarily sold in New York and South Florida, Dr. Brown’s soda was acquired by LA Bottleworks in 2013. Pepsi currently handles the bottling rights, suggesting that the premium 1869 aspects may have been phased out.
Ingredients: Upon opening, the bottle emitted a strong spearmint and wintergreen aroma that permeated the first sip. The flavor profile was predominantly minty, with minimal vanilla, sarsaparilla, or caramel notes. It resembled the taste of a liquefied Tic-Tac. Surprisingly, despite containing 42 grams of sugar, the beverage possessed a surprisingly low sweetness level.
The head was remarkably low and almost imperceptible. I was deeply disappointed, as I consider a head to be quite inadequate.
This beverage is characterized by its low carbonation and a flavor reminiscent of liquid breath mints. If compared to other beverages, it can be likened to a carbonated version of root beer. However, the distinct sarsaparilla taste is not discernible. Despite the presence of some impactful flavors, which I found unappealing, I would rate this beverage 1.5 out of 5.
This beverage, while not my personal preference, would be enjoyed in conjunction with food. Imagine the enhanced flavor of food if, before each bite, you brushed your teeth with wintergreen toothpaste.
I am uncertain whether I would recommend this root beer. It lacked distinctiveness and could be mistaken for any other root beer. While I would not refuse it if offered as a last resort, I would inquire about alternative options to confirm that it is indeed the final choice.
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