Hippo Size brand soda was
originally created in 1927 by Alamo Bottling Works of San Antonio, TX. There are many stories about the history of Alamo
Bottling works. Two articles from the
San Antonio Newspaper have some background.
One headline was ”Soda bottle
held lots, cost only a nickel” and a second
named “Family
business behind Hippo sodas”. Yet the bottle reads, “Bottled by and under the authority of Orca Beverage Soda Works.”
Orca bottles
many vintage brands, including Americana,
Earp’s, Dad’s,
Spiffie, Brownie, Bulldog, Red
Arrow, Sioux City, O-So, Anchor, and Frostie. A few of these I have reviewed or waiting for
a review. I have linked those already
reviewed.
Ingredients: Carbonated Water, Cane Sugar, natural and artificial flavors, caramel color, extract of wintergreen and sodium benzoate.
Nutrition 12
oz. serving (from the bottle)
160
Calories
65 mg Sodium.
43 g (9%) of Daily
Carbohydrates
0 mg Caffeine
Aroma and Flavor – 2.6 out
of 3 mugs
At the first opening, a wonderful aroma increases the anticipation. I was not disappointed in the first drink. While it was not the greatest, the higher carbonation
and definite wintergreen tended to overtake the outstanding creamy and soothing flavor mix.
.
Head –1.5 out of 3 mugs
The head was very small, and within 15 seconds, there was minimal indication of any head.
Zip – 2.7 out of 3 mugs
I
really like the blend of flavors. The
carbonation provides an added sensation but is not overpowering. The wintergreen is noted, although there is a
subtle touch of vanilla.
Post Consumption Impression – 2.4 out of 3
mugs
I like Hippo root beer, although it is higher in sodium and sugar, which makes food (or beverages) more addictive. Therefore, I scored this 2.4 as opposed
to the original 2.7.
Would I recommend this at 9.2 out of 12 mugs?
I suggest you try the beverage unless Wintergreen is not to your liking.
OTHER
RATINGS
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