Red Ribbon Home Brewed Root Beer originates from Pennsylvania and is produced by the Natrona Bottling Company in Natrona, Pennsylvania.
The company, Natrona Bottling Works, was established in 1904 by Ed Welsh. In 1939, the Bowser family acquired the company and renamed it the Natrona Bottling Company. John Bowser employed his 15-year-old brother, Paul, who worked at the company after school and on weekends. Paul managed and later owned the company for a combined seventy years until his passing in 2008. The company has a YouTube video showcasing its operations, which appear to be quite vintage.
Upon my initial assessment, this root beer is average. It has a distinctive flavor and carbonation that are uncommon. The taste is reminiscent of tonic water, with a subtle infusion of root beer flavor.
The head is of decent quality, dissipates quickly but not excessively, and features a medium-sized bubble.
Dry ice is utilized to produce carbonation, and it is believed to enhance the flavor profile. The resulting beverage is a lightly flavored tonic water.
Although this beverage is not particularly exceptional, it lacks depth and fails to evoke a desire for more. I draw a comparison between it and mineral water infused with stevia root beer drops. This combination would provide zero calories and approximate the sensory experience of this beverage.
While I would not actively seek it out, I would not decline an offer to have it as a beverage. However, I prefer to inquire about alternative options before accepting.
Eric's 2.5 out of 5 barrels
Cosmo's 5 out of 10 IBCs
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