What Is Root Beer—And Why is it Called Root Beer?

Provided by Allrecipes; Story by Nick DeSimone The main ingredients in root beer are pretty much the same as any other soda: water, high...

Birch beer, or Birch-ish root beer?!

Part of this harks back to - what is a root beer?! And that is - it's a soft drink made from roots. Here's the kicker - every culture has...

What's the difference between a ginger ale and a ginger beer?

Ginger ale and ginger beer come in a wide range of varieties, from barely-there ginger flavorings to fiery beverages that can clear a...

What is Birch Beer and Sarsaparilla: A Guide to These Unique Beverages

To put it simply, all root beers are made with a blend of roots. Initially, root beer was made using a combination of sassafras, but the...

Root Beer Apple Baked Beans

All nine men in our family love roughing it outdoors. My beans with bacon and apples is a "must " to keep their outdoor energy going....

Root Beer Float Cake by Taste of Home

I add root beer to both the cake batter and fluffy frosting of this summery dessert to get that great root beer float taste. Serve this...

Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches by Taste of Home

My husband is a huge fan of pulled pork sandwiches, so my sister shared this incredibly easy recipe with me. At potlucks and family...

Root Beer Float Pie by Taste of Home

This is the kind of recipe your kids will look back on and always remember. And you don't even need to use an oven. —Cindy R.,...

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