Not just any old root beer! (#36 - Rated 6.75 out of 12)

Joe’s Root Beer is a unique beverage produced by Joseph James Brewery, located in Henderson, Nevada, a suburb of Las Vegas. Joseph James, a beer connoisseur, ventured into the root beer industry, much like many other breweries. Established in 2008, the brewery has a relatively short history, with limited information available online.

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Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Cane Sugar, Color and natural flavors, Honey and Vanilla.

Nutrition 12 oz serving (from the bottle)

190 Calories

35 mg Sodium.

57g (19%) of Daily Carbohydrates

0 mg Caffeine

Calcium 4%

Aroma and Flavor – 1.5 out of 3 mugs

Upon opening the bottle, I anticipated a solid root beer. However, the aroma is more reminiscent of beer than root beer. Upon tasting, it is evident that carbonated water, vanilla, and honey are the primary ingredients, with minimal other components. This is expected given that these are two of the five total ingredients.

While the beverage is enjoyable, the flavor profile I associate with root beer is lacking. While I appreciate the vanilla flavor, it is not without the distinct root flavor of a well-crafted sarsaparilla. Notably, this beverage has a higher sodium content, ranking second among the root beers I reviewed, even though it is natural.

Head – 2.5 out of 3 mugs  

The head was indeed thought-provoking and remarkable, but its existence was brief. Within a mere 30 seconds, it had diminished to a mere fragment of its former perfection.

Zip – 1.25 out of 3 mugs  

This beverage is simple in its ingredients, with minimal carbonation. If the carbonation were increased, I would likely perceive it as a vanilla- and honey-flavored seltzer.

Post Consumption Impression – 1.5 out of 3 mugs  

This was not terrible, but it was not worth another try for me.

 

Would I recommend this at 6.75 out of 12 mugs?

If you prefer a bland root beer with low carbonation and honey and vanilla, try it.

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