A W Root Beer Copycat
Experience the nostalgic taste of your favorite soda with this delightful A&W Root Beer Copycat recipe! Crafted with a rich blend of vanilla and root beer extract, this DIY drink captures the classic flavors you know and love. Sweetened with a perfect balance of sugar and brown sugar, this homemade root beer syrup is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few minutes on the stovetop. For an authentic soda-shop fizz, add chilled sparkling water or create a playful, smoky carbonation effect using dry ice. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or simply indulging in a sweet treat, this recipe serves up to 8 and lets you tailor the sweetness and strength to your liking. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to the satisfying experience of homemade A&W-style root beer!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Sugar
- 0.5 cups Brown Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 3 teaspoons Root Beer Extract
- 1 pound Dry Ice (optional, for carbonation)
Directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan, combine 6 cups of water and 2 cups of sugar.
Step 2
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved. This should take about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Once cooled, stir in 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 3 teaspoons of root beer extract. Mix thoroughly.
Step 5
Transfer the root beer syrup to a large pitcher or container.
Step 6
To serve, add 3/4 cup of the root beer syrup to a glass and top with chilled sparkling water. Adjust syrup amount for desired sweetness and strength.
Step 7
For a fun and fizzy twist, carefully add dry ice to the pitcher (optional). Ensure all dry ice is completely sublimated before serving to avoid contact.
Step 8
Serve immediately over ice and enjoy your homemade A&W-style root beer!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2378.2 grams (2378.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1915 |
| Total Fat 1.30g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 68mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate 473.50g | 172% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 473.60g | |
| Protein 0.00g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 152mg | 12% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 122mg | 3% |
Source of Calories