Quick and Easy Root Beer

Name: Quick and Easy Root Beer
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 3 cups white sugar, or to taste; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons root beer extract; 2 liters carbonated water

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This is a fast, easy way to make homemade root beer without fermenting it yourself. This recipe uses carbonated water (club soda) and root beer extract as a shortcut. Serve over ice.

Recipe by Carla B

Updated on October 6, 2022

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Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

45 mins

Total Time:

55 mins

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

3 cups white sugar, or to taste
2 cups water
2 tablespoons root beer extract
2 liters carbonated water

Directions

Mix sugar and water together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and stir until sugar has dissolved.
Remove from the heat, stir in root beer extract, and allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
Pour root beer mixture into a 1-gallon pitcher or bottle, and slowly pour in carbonated water. Refrigerate until cold, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

290	Calories
75g	Carbs

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 290
% Daily Value *
Sodium 9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75g	27%
Total Sugars 75g
Calcium 10mg	1%
Potassium 5mg	0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.