Dublin Bottling Works was established in 1891, but before that, in Waco, Texas, Wade Morrison’s Old Corner Drug Store pharmacist, Charles Alderton, recognized the appeal of the aroma emanating from the soda fountain. This observation led him to invent Dr Pepper. Subsequently, Bill Kloster, driven by intuition, elevated Dr Pepper to a leading producer in per capita consumption. Consequently, he earned the moniker “Mr. Dr Pepper” from the media.
At one point, economic considerations prompted the substitution of pure cane sugar with more cost-effective corn sweeteners. However, Bill Kloster steadfastly refutes any instances where Dr Pepper plants engaged in such practices, as they were in violation of his stringent standards for a beverage.
Bill Kloster consistently maintained a presence at the Dr Pepper plant. Tragically, his wife of 54 years passed away in 1995. Bill Kloster succumbed to a sudden illness on September 27, 1999, following a full day at the bottling facility. Despite the passage of time, history suggests that the company continues to prioritize the quality of its beverages over economic considerations. Nevertheless, Dr Pepper has since been discontinued from their product line.
Upon opening, the initial aroma of this brew was reminiscent of sweet root beer with a subtle wintergreen undertone. I was eagerly anticipating the experience of tasting this beverage. Upon the first sip, I recognized its appeal to Dr. Pepper enthusiasts. The drink presented as a smooth, creamy concoction, infused with a hint of caramel and a faint licorice note. I thoroughly enjoyed the beverage.
The head, golden and frothy, reduced its average speed to a point where it was eliminated entirely.
Carbonation provides most of the beverage’s effervescence. The blend of spices is noteworthy and resembles those commonly found in the most popular root beers. Although this beverage scored slightly higher, it exhibits a typical root beer effervescence.
Although the carbonation and sodium levels are slightly elevated, I thoroughly enjoyed this beverage. Each subsequent sip enhanced my experience, and upon completion, I searched for a second bottle in the refrigerator, but unfortunately, I found none. Nevertheless, I am confident that I will not hesitate to purchase this product again.
Please try the beverage. While I found it enjoyable, it was also quite a commercial root beer with similar carbonation and flavor. However, it was made using pure cane sugar.
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