Wild Spur Sarsaparilla (#39 - Rated 10.4 out of 12)

This is a first. A beverage with no history or background on the web. The bottle just mentions the distribution company out of Chicago. In fact, I am not even sure where I bought it. It could be from my girlfriend's daughter, as she purchased a sample pack from Christmas.  

In my search, I only found nutritional information from “My Fitness Pal.” It has a higher sodium content and 5 percent daily Iron. That is a first. With so little background, right to the review! (Click here for information on the rating criteria and a table of all the root beer tested or to be tested.)

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

Nutrition 12 oz serving (from the bottle)

180 Calories

45 mg Sodium.

42g (19%) of Daily Carbohydrates

0 mg Caffeine

5% Iron

Aroma and Flavor – 2.75 out of 3 mugs

The aroma is root beer at its best.   The first sip was good.  A rich sarsaparilla flavor with noted caramel.  If you prefer more than just caramel, this is not for you.  The only thing that could make it better, for me, is a hint of vanilla.  There are no wintergreen or molasses flavors, which I do not mind, but this is better without those added flavors.

Head – 2.5 out of 3 mugs

The head was fast but slow to dissipate.  They are really fine bubbles.  After 30 seconds, a small amount of head remains.

Zip – 2.4 out of 3 mugs

The beverage has a solid balance. The carbonization is lower in the middle, although I think the sodium provides a higher sense of zip.

Post Consumption Impression – 2.75 out of 3 mugs

While I am sure many will not enjoy this beverage, it is to my liking.  I like intense root beer with caramel and vanilla.  As previously stated, the vanilla is not noted, but it is still a great beverage!

 

Would I recommend this at 10.4 out of 12 mugs?

I suggest you give it a try. It is smooth and refreshing—one of a kind! The only issue is where to purchase this beverage. Please tell me if you find it!

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