Root beer
Root Beer
Root beer (/ruːt bɪər/) is a sweet North American soft drink traditionally made using the root bark of the sassafras tree Sassafras albidum or the vine of Smilax ornata (sarsaparilla) as the primary flavor.
Etymology
The term "root beer" is thought to have been coined in the 1840s. It was originally made with the root of the sassafras tree or the sarsaparilla vine, hence the name "root beer".
Ingredients
Root beer is made from a blend of roots, herbs, and spices. The primary ingredients are the root bark of the sassafras tree or the vine of Smilax ornata (sarsaparilla), but it may also contain other ingredients such as vanilla, wintergreen, cherry tree bark, licorice root, sarsaparilla root, nutmeg, acacia, anise, molasses, cinnamon, clove, and honey.
Varieties
There are many varieties of root beer available, with a wide range of flavors and carbonation levels. Some popular brands include A&W Root Beer, Barq's, and IBC Root Beer. There are also many craft and homemade versions.
Health Effects
While root beer is a type of soft drink and therefore not a health food, it does contain some beneficial ingredients. Sassafras and sarsaparilla have been used in traditional medicine for their anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. However, it's important to note that root beer is often high in sugar.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Root beer
- Wikipedia's article - Root beer
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