The Root Beer Thread - Page 3

Captain Save · 10-09-2010, 08:27 PM

Reading this thread made me realize there's nothing wrong with me for being frustrated at the lack of root beer at most fast food joints and restaurants. I had a bottle of Sprecher's on my road trip today, and it went well with the slice of pepperoni pizza I had for lunch. I'm gonna see if I can find it more often.

Dromond · 10-09-2010, 08:49 PM

Sprecher's is one of the best.

riplee · 10-12-2010, 02:49 PM

"Tell me the general area you live in, and I might be able to recommend a good local root beer."

I'm in Arizona. Four Peaks Brewery in Tempe used to make their own root beer but not anymore.

I have to agree with Captain Save. Root beer washes down pizza oh so nicely.

Dromond · 10-12-2010, 03:05 PM

Here you go:

http://www.delicioussparklingtempera...ribute.html#AZ

I've never tried either brand, so you'll have to come back and report how they taste.

KendraLee · 10-13-2010, 06:00 PM

Pulled Pork with Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

Pork
2 1/2-3 lb pork sirloin roast
1/2 tsp salt
1/2tsp pepper
1Tbsp cooking oil
2 med. onions- cut into thin wedges
1 cup root beer*
2 Tbsp minced garlic

Trim fat from meat. sprinkle with salt and pepper and brown in oil on all sides in a large skillet. Drain and transfer meat to crock pot. add onions, garlic and root beer. cover and cook on low 8-10 hrs or high 4-5 hrs
Transfer roast to cutting board, remove onion from juices and discard juices (onions can be used to top sandwich). Use forks to shred meat.

Sauce
3 cups root beer*
1 cup bottled chili sauce
1/4 tsp root beer extract
(I like to double this to mix half with meat and have additional for when putting meat onto a bun)

combine 3 cups of root beer and chili sauce in a medium saucepan. bring to a boil then reduce heat. boil gently uncovered stirring occasionally about 30 minutes or until mixture is reduced to about 2 cups (this is why I make additional). When reduced add root beer extract then mix with meat

*use whatever your favorite root beer is for your desired flavor. My preference is Stewarts

CarlaSixx · 10-13-2010, 06:17 PM

Holy Hell! That is one recipe to fall in love with!

Dromond · 10-13-2010, 06:19 PM

I know I'm in love.

Dromond · 10-13-2010, 07:25 PM

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to KendraLee again."

Drat.

MzDeeZyre · 10-14-2010, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dromond

"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to KendraLee again."

Drat.

Got her for ya!!

Dromond · 10-14-2010, 11:24 AM

Thank you!

Twilley · 10-14-2010, 04:04 PM

I'm a recent root-concoction convert. Between this and sarsaparilla, I could kick myself for not trying it sooner.

KendraLee · 10-15-2010, 03:04 PM

You have to let me know when you try the recipe

CarlaSixx · 10-15-2010, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twilley

I'm a recent root-concoction convert. Between this and sarsaparilla, I could kick myself for not trying it sooner.

You mean to tell me you NEVER had root beer before?!

**faints**

You've been deprived, my dear!

Dromond · 10-15-2010, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KendraLee

You have to let me know when you try the recipe

We just recently had pulled pork, so it will be a while before we have it again. But when we do, we will use this recipe. I shall insist.

Dromond · 10-15-2010, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twilley

I'm a recent root-concoction convert. Between this and sarsaparilla, I could kick myself for not trying it sooner.

As well you should.

Twilley · 10-15-2010, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarlaSixx

You mean to tell me you NEVER had root beer before?!

**faints**

You've been deprived, my dear!

>.< it won't let me rep you for this post. SHENANIGANS, I SAY!

Lovelyone · 10-20-2010, 08:42 AM

I can't believe that no one mentioned IBC rootbeer. Its one of my faves. They also make some of the best black cherry and cream soda I've ever had.

isamarie69 · 10-20-2010, 09:07 AM

I love love love Root beer, even the name! LOL I'm not mention any brands that i like best, because i'm not going to let Dromond critique me :P

I will say I only like A&W from the restaurants. Otherwise its just too sweet.

As a girl I remember my great grandmother always had a can of Root beer. And my grandfather would always have a bag of those root beer barrel candies and I would sit in the curls of his legs on the sofa and he would share them with me.

Dromond · 10-20-2010, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lovelyone

I can't believe that no one mentioned IBC rootbeer. Its one of my faves. They also make some of the best black cherry and cream soda I've ever had.

I will agree that IBC cream soda is really really good.

Dromond · 10-20-2010, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by isamarie69

I love love love Root beer, even the name! LOL I'm not mention any brands that i like best, because i'm not going to let Dromond critique me :P

I will say I only like A&W from the restaurants. Otherwise its just too sweet.

As a girl I remember my great grandmother always had a can of Root beer. And my grandfather would always have a bag of those root beer barrel candies and I would sit in the curls of his legs on the sofa and he would share them with me.

Oh, come on Isa! Don't be a chicken, defend your root beer!

And that is a wonderful memory.

CarlaSixx · 10-20-2010, 12:26 PM

I liked the lil root beer candies as well

They're unbelievably hard to find nowadays as snacks for kids cuz of all the sugar and stuff in them (in my youth, eeeveryone has the soda bottle snack!) and they're rarely ever at the candy store anymore, either

I love those, lol.

KendraLee · 10-20-2010, 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarlaSixx

I liked the lil root beer candies as well

They're unbelievably hard to find nowadays as snacks for kids cuz of all the sugar and stuff in them (in my youth, eeeveryone has the soda bottle snack!) and they're rarely ever at the candy store anymore, either

I love those, lol.

I had a boyfriend that used to suck on those so now whenever I smell or taste them I associate them with him. I find it very comforting and pleasant

Dromond · 10-20-2010, 06:16 PM

The local grocery store had Jones sodas on clearance today. I got an 8 pack of cans for $1.70. Bonus!

Mmmm.... root beer.

CarlaSixx · 10-20-2010, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dromond

The local grocery store had Jones sodas on clearance today. I got an 8 pack of cans for $1.70. Bonus!

Mmmm.... root beer.

Can you ship some to me, purdy purdy puhleeeeeeeez!!!

Dromond · 10-20-2010, 06:22 PM

What if the customs agents confiscate it?

10-09-2010, 08:27 PM	#51
Captain Save never had a 40 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: At the bottom of the coffee cup, with lots of chocolates and pastries. Posts: 1,062	Reading this thread made me realize there's nothing wrong with me for being frustrated at the lack of root beer at most fast food joints and restaurants. I had a bottle of Sprecher's on my road trip today, and it went well with the slice of pepperoni pizza I had for lunch. I'm gonna see if I can find it more often. __________________ They're called sins of the flesh for a reason. Think about it.

10-09-2010, 08:49 PM	#52
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	Sprecher's is one of the best. __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.

10-12-2010, 03:05 PM	#54
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	Here you go: http://www.delicioussparklingtempera...ribute.html#AZ I've never tried either brand, so you'll have to come back and report how they taste. __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.

10-13-2010, 06:00 PM	#55
KendraLee Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 729	As Promised Pulled Pork with Root Beer Barbecue Sauce Pork 2 1/2-3 lb pork sirloin roast 1/2 tsp salt 1/2tsp pepper 1Tbsp cooking oil 2 med. onions- cut into thin wedges 1 cup root beer* 2 Tbsp minced garlic Trim fat from meat. sprinkle with salt and pepper and brown in oil on all sides in a large skillet. Drain and transfer meat to crock pot. add onions, garlic and root beer. cover and cook on low 8-10 hrs or high 4-5 hrs Transfer roast to cutting board, remove onion from juices and discard juices (onions can be used to top sandwich). Use forks to shred meat. Sauce 3 cups root beer* 1 cup bottled chili sauce 1/4 tsp root beer extract (I like to double this to mix half with meat and have additional for when putting meat onto a bun) combine 3 cups of root beer and chili sauce in a medium saucepan. bring to a boil then reduce heat. boil gently uncovered stirring occasionally about 30 minutes or until mixture is reduced to about 2 cups (this is why I make additional). When reduced add root beer extract then mix with meat *use whatever your favorite root beer is for your desired flavor. My preference is Stewarts __________________ ABSOLUTELY, CONCLUSIVELY, DECISIVELY, SURELY,POSITIVELY, UNQUESTIONABLY, UNCONDITIONALLY

10-13-2010, 06:17 PM	#56
CarlaSixx Just Another Weirdo Dimensions Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cornwall, ON, Canada Posts: 3,983	Holy Hell! That is one recipe to fall in love with! __________________ Curvy Canadian ;) Twitter My Wish List

10-12-2010, 02:49 PM	#53
riplee Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: WLM, DDO 221...but just during holidays Posts: 208	"Tell me the general area you live in, and I might be able to recommend a good local root beer." I'm in Arizona. Four Peaks Brewery in Tempe used to make their own root beer but not anymore. I have to agree with Captain Save. Root beer washes down pizza oh so nicely.

10-13-2010, 06:19 PM	#57
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	I know I'm in love. __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.

10-13-2010, 07:25 PM	#58
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	"You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to KendraLee again." Drat. __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.

10-14-2010, 11:24 AM	#60
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	Thank you! __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.

10-14-2010, 04:04 PM	#61
Twilley Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: H-Vegas, AL Posts: 790	I'm a recent root-concoction convert. Between this and sarsaparilla, I could kick myself for not trying it sooner. __________________ "Family is just a dirty word for censorship!" -Cecil B. Demented

10-15-2010, 03:04 PM	#62
KendraLee Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 729	You have to let me know when you try the recipe __________________ ABSOLUTELY, CONCLUSIVELY, DECISIVELY, SURELY,POSITIVELY, UNQUESTIONABLY, UNCONDITIONALLY

10-20-2010, 08:42 AM	#67
Lovelyone Fat, and loveable! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: South Bend, Indiana Posts: 3,411	I can't believe that no one mentioned IBC rootbeer. Its one of my faves. They also make some of the best black cherry and cream soda I've ever had. __________________ "I don't envy the headache you'll have when you awake, but while you are sleeping dream of LARGE women." -The Princess Bride

10-20-2010, 09:07 AM	#68
isamarie69 Live and let die!!! Dimensions Supporter Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,117	I love love love Root beer, even the name! LOL I'm not mention any brands that i like best, because i'm not going to let Dromond critique me :P I will say I only like A&W from the restaurants. Otherwise its just too sweet. As a girl I remember my great grandmother always had a can of Root beer. And my grandfather would always have a bag of those root beer barrel candies and I would sit in the curls of his legs on the sofa and he would share them with me. __________________ Sir Paulys gurl

10-20-2010, 12:26 PM	#71
CarlaSixx Just Another Weirdo Dimensions Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cornwall, ON, Canada Posts: 3,983	I liked the lil root beer candies as well They're unbelievably hard to find nowadays as snacks for kids cuz of all the sugar and stuff in them (in my youth, eeeveryone has the soda bottle snack!) and they're rarely ever at the candy store anymore, either I love those, lol. __________________ Curvy Canadian ;) Twitter My Wish List

10-20-2010, 06:16 PM	#73
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	The local grocery store had Jones sodas on clearance today. I got an 8 pack of cans for $1.70. Bonus! Mmmm.... root beer. __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.

10-20-2010, 06:22 PM	#75
Dromond Old school Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In the past. Posts: 7,365	What if the customs agents confiscate it? __________________ I hate Illinois Nazis.