Thursday, November 10, 2016

Fest Pecan Root Beer (#58 - rates 6.25 out of 12)

It is intriguing to consider the concept of pecan root beer. While I appreciate the flavor of pecans, I am curious about the resulting taste profile.


This beverage originates from New Orleans and is named after King Joe Oliver, a pioneering figure in the city’s brothels and bars. Louis Armstrong affectionately called him Papa Joe. Fest offers four distinct soda flavors: Almond Cola, Pecan Root Beer, Bourbon Cream, and Satsuma Mint soda. Beyond its captivating history, it is intriguing to explore how this narrative intertwines with the beverage itself.



Ingredients: 

Carbonated water, sugar, natural flavors, caramel color, phosphoric acid, sodium benzoate (preservative), potassium sorbate (preservative)

Nutrition 12 oz. serving (from the bottle)

170 Calories
15 mg Sodium.
45 g (15%) of Daily Carbohydrates
0 mg Caffeine

Aroma and Flavor – 2.0 out of 3 mugs

Upon opening the bottle, I was initially hopeful for a pleasant aroma reminiscent of pecans, which is a characteristic of this beverage. However, the soda's light pecan hue did not align with my expectations.


Upon tasting, I found a sweet flavor that was slightly excessive for my preference. While there was a subtle pecan note, it was not overpowering and did not build anticipation for drinking the beverage.


Overall, the soda’s taste more closely resembled cream soda than root beer. Although I enjoy cream soda, the experience of drinking this particular bottle was somewhat disappointing.


Head –1.5 out of 3 mugs

The head is of medium size, with a very small bubble. It completely dissipated rapidly, leaving no trace of its existence.


Zip – 1.5 out of 3 mugs

This beverage possesses a distinctive flavor profile, reminiscent of cream soda rather than root beer. It serves as an ideal complement to soda rather than root beer.


Post Consumption Impression – 1.25 out of 3 mugs

I experienced a range of emotions while evaluating this beverage. While I generally enjoy cream soda, I found it to be lacking in the depth and richness I anticipated from a traditional root beer with a pecan undertone. 

 
Would I recommend this at 6.25 out of 12 mugs?

If you enjoy cream soda, give it a try. However, if you prefer a mid-carbonation root beer with minimal sweetness, explore other beverages.


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