This is a brand from Michigan made with real cane sugar. It originated in 1960 as a low-cost alternative to the main brands. While once a thriving business, it has dwindled, and many articles assume it will phase out entirely in time.
Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Pure Cane Sugar, Caramel Color, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Sodium Benzoate (preservative), Citric Acid, and Phosphoric Acid.
Nutrition 16 oz serving (from the bottle)
180 Calories
40
mg Sodium.
50g
(18%) of Daily Carbohydrates
0
mg Caffeine
Aroma
and Flavor – 2.2 out of 3 mugs
There
is minimal aroma upon opening the screw top. Yes, that is right, a screw top.
At
first taste, I believed this was a pleasant taste, but it was nothing special. Much like Ramblin Root Beer with a
sweet mid-range body. It is sweet,
that is for sure. The flavor is
hard to match, which gives it a higher score.
Head
– 1.4 out of 3 mugs
The head is small, with very fine bubbles that dissipate slowly. After 30 seconds, there was little or no remnant.
Zip
– 2.1 out of 3 mugs
The overall carbonation
and flavor are pleasing, but nothing great. This is not intended to be a fine brew, but an above-average commercial cane sugar brew.
Post Consumption
Impression – 2.3 out of 3 mugs
This is a commercial-style beverage that I would purchase again. It would be good on a hot summer day when you just want a refreshing beverage or with a bratwurst. However, in my opinion, root beer is not a social drink.
Would
I recommend this at 8.0
out of 12 mugs?
The
more I consumed, the more I liked the beverage. Not enough to raise the score, but again, if you grilled
some bratwursts and it is a hot day, grab a Towne Club and round out a great meal!
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