Yacht Club is one of Rhode Island’s beverage companies (and may well be one of its sole companies), and it produces a diverse range of sodas, including birch beer, grape, and peach seltzer.
Founded in 1915 by the Sharp family from England, Yacht Club was a traditional blue-collar business. The company continues to utilize its own water supply, which is purportedly artesian. The website states, “Its natural temperature is 45 degrees, which enables carbonation without the use of cooling towers that can be detrimental to the environment.”
The beverage exudes a subtle woodiness with anise, reminiscent of the initial sip. It boasts a robust yet not overpowering carbonation, complemented by a delicate vanilla and caramel undertone. The soda presents a dry profile, culminating in a subtle creamy aftertaste.
The beverage boasts a diverse, intricate flavor profile, making it difficult to discern individual components. The carbonation is notably smooth, lacking the sharp bite associated with other carbonated drinks. The overall flavor combination is particularly appealing. Despite its dryness, I found myself yearning for another sip even after completing the beverage.
I thoroughly enjoyed the beverage. It boasts a harmonious blend of flavors and an optimally balanced carbonation level. Notably, this is a remarkably light root beer, both in color and calorie content—approximately one-third less than the majority of 12-ounce bottles I have evaluated.
Although this beverage may not be the pinnacle of my preferences, it certainly ranks within the top third, and I would not hesitate to consume it again. Notably, I have been homebrewing root beer, and my most recent batch bore a striking resemblance to the beverage. I incorporated licorice, a subtle hint of wintergreen, and some infused roots.
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