In 2002, Durango Soda Company, Inc. was founded by Banden Zuber (hence Zuberfizz) and Dan Aggeler. They were roommates at Colorado State University who brewed their own beverages. They state that the most essential ingredient used in our sodas is pure cane sugar. Large companies have abandoned pure cane sugar to cut costs by using high-fructose corn syrup. Zuberfizz Creamy Root Beer is handcrafted with fresh triple-filtered Rocky Mountain water.
The environment is essential to Durango Soda Company, which uses only glass bottles. They employ environmentally friendly best practices during commercial production and packaging.
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Ingredients:
Triple Filtered Carbonated Water, Pure Cane Sugar, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Caramel Color, Gum Arabic, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Benzoate as a Preservative
What is Gum Arabic? This is the first time I've seen this ingredient (at least I don't recall it before).
I found Arabic Gum is primarily used as an emulsifier and stabilizer. It reduces the surface tension between oil and water, allowing them to mix and form a stable emulsion, and maintains the emulsion stability, preventing it from breaking down or separating over time. In some beverages, gum arabic can also contribute to a smoother and creamier mouthfeel. Gum arabic can help stabilize the foam, preventing it from dissipating quickly.
Nutrition 12 oz. serving (from the bottle)
159 Calories
30 mg Sodium.
43 g (14%) of Daily Carbohydrates
0 mg Caffeine
Aroma and Flavor – 2.25 out of 3 mugs
The aroma is delightful. At first sip, a prominent vanilla and caramel flavor is noticeable. If you like a hint of mint, this may not be the beverage for you. It would be strong, but adding a slight amount of water makes it more pleasant to my taste.
Head – 1.5 out of 3 mugs
The head was small yet slowly dissipated. There was some slight foam residue minutes after the pour.
Zip – 2 out of 3 mugs
While the zip score is two, that is because the carbonation and flavors blend well to give a pleasant taste. There is nothing that grips you, as it is a smooth, flavorful beverage. It lacks the root and mint flavor that many appreciate, which would earn a higher score in this category.
Post Consumption Impression – 2.25 out of 3 mugs
Since I love the vanilla flavor, I find this enjoyable and would drink it again. It's an enjoyable and straightforward root beer, but not one that leaves a lasting impression to make me choose it as my first selection when a few others are available.
Would I recommend this at 8.5 out of 12 mugs (6.5 out of 9 mugs without head)?
I recommend this brew if you're looking for a simple yet pleasing beverage. The flavor score (excludes the head score) places this as #31 in the 94 brews reviewed to date.
OTHER REVIEWS
Anthony’s Root Beer Barrel – 77 out of 100
Cosmo’s Root Beer Review – 5 out of 10 caps
Eric’s Gourmet Root Beer – 4 out of 5 barrels
Root Beer Respect – 7 out of 10
Reviews for the rest of us – Rated B+
Soda Fry - 8.3 out of 10 CLICK HERE FOR REVIEW
Soda Jerks - Grade A CLICK HERE FOR REVIEW
Steve’s Root Beer – 8.5 out of 10
Kyle’s Root Beer Galacticus - Score C
The root beer person - Scores 2 out of 5
