I really had a hard time
finding much information about this brand. There is no real cool history on the webpage, not the wiki page, and no
historical names to search. From the websitehttp://www.rockymountainsoda.com/rocky-mountain-root-beer/
“Rocky Mountain Root Beer was the idea that started it
all. We wanted to make the best-flavored, all-natural root beer
available. We set out to create a flavor that evokes memories of the old
West. Think warm vanilla and caramel notes that glide along a creamy
cloud of delicious sassafras flavor. We also add a touch of cinnamon and
nutmeg to give a grounded earthiness that ends with a spicy finish. We
hope you enjoy the end result of our quest to create the best root beer made.”
They also say,”We
custom craft each of our flavors in small batches and package every bottle by
hand. The benefit of our efforts is realized in every sip you take. We
thank you for the opportunity to present our soda for your drinking pleasure.
We hope you enjoy them as much as we do…Cheers!”
NOTE: This was not a twist
off top; even with an opener, it took work to open!
Ingredients: Carbonated Colorado water, rocky
mountain beet sugar, natural flavors, and potassium sorbate as a preservative
Nutrition information from the label (Per 12 oz):
- 135 Calories (11.25 per oz)
- 36g sugars (12%) of Daily Carbohydrates (3 g per oz)
Aroma and Flavor - Scored 1.5 out of 3 mugs
It carries a robust aroma, a medicinal
wintergreen, and licorice. I am not a huge licorice fan, so I am not having high hopes. Then I took a drink. I could taste the vanilla, but the first thing is the tingle—a little too much of a tingle—of wintergreen. Carbonation is middle-low, but the spices make up the difference. It takes a lot of work to place. It could be mistaken for some excellent mouthwash.
Head -
The head is average, which is becoming commonplace for root
beers I have tested. It was gone in less
than a minute. It was just light foam, not bubbly like some heads.
Zip - Scored 1.7 out of 3 mugs
The taste is spicy, with a dominant licorice and wintergreen flavor, although you know there is a vanilla flavor as
well. The licorice and wintergreen almost overwhelm my tongue. It is rather hearty!
Post Consumption
Impression -
One thing I noted is that root beer lists the
distinction of being made with “Colorado Water.” Maybe I am getting some flavors from minerals in the
water? I also love the claim that it’s
“All Natural” and then lists potassium sorbate. I had no clue that neutralizing sorbic
acid with Potassium Sorbate industrially was natural. (Sarcasm intended!) But then, just like most “all-natural
foods,” they know most consumers will not know the difference.
I am uncertain about this brew. The beet sugar flavor is different yet pleasing, and I
can’t compare it to any other.
Would I recommend
this at 7 of 12 mugs (5 of 9 mugs without head)?
This beverage would be solid in a
social situation. The flavors are
such that I would avoid it with a meal. The mix may be a little odd. I would consider this brew again.
Other reviews
- Eric’s Gourmet Root Beer – 2.5 of 5 barrels
- Anthony’s Root Beer Barrel – 81 out of 100
- Root Beer Respect – 5 out of 10
- Cosmo’s Root Beer Review – 3 out of 10
- Reviews by ZP - 7 out of 10
- Steve’s Root Beer – 6 out of 10
- Kyle’s Root Beer Galacticus - B+
- Thirsty Dudes - 4 or 5 mugs
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