Penny Frosted - cute marketing (#37 - Rated 8.0 out of 12)

Penny Cola Company originated in 2013 in California. The website has a short history statement: “Penny Cola was created in 2013 by some of us tired of drinking corn. Enough Said.” It's Short and to the point, I guess. Unlike others, they have a funky YouTube video.

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Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Cane Sugar, Caramel Color, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate and natural flavors.

Nutrition 12 oz serving (from the bottle)

150 Calories

45 mg Sodium.

45g (19%) of Daily Carbohydrates

0 mg Caffeine

Aroma and Flavor – 2.25 out of 3 mugs

Upon reading the label, I saw a relatively high sodium count. I was expecting a sharp taste from sodium. My first aroma sensation was a little medicinal, so I had less-than-high hopes. Then I took my first sip. It was nothing like I expected. It had a nice array of flavors blended to confuse me about what I was drinking. There was a clear sassafras and sodium aftertaste, almost a little much.

Head – 1.0 out of 3 mugs

The head rated at 1.00 is almost excessive.  It had large foam, yet it took less than 10 seconds to totally disappear from sight.

Zip – 2.25 out of 3 mugs

There is a tantalizing mix of flavors. Unfortunately, the sodium content is higher than many I have tasted. Hints of wintergreen and vanilla are present, with a strong sassafras aftertaste.

Post Consumption Impression – 2.25 out of 3 mugs

This was well-rounded. It's not the best, but I assume it will finish in the top 25 once I finish the 100 root beers in the pile.   

 

Would I recommend this at 8.0 out of 12 mugs?

It is worth a try as nothing is outstanding yet nothing terrible.

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