The next time you're drinking a root beer, sift through the list of ingredients on the backside of a bottle of A&W, Dad's, Barq's, Mug, IBC, or Red Arrow. You're most certain to find mentions of ...

It may taste a little like mouthwash (thanks to the inclusion of a flavoring called wintergreen), but there's something to be said for a tall, frosty root beer, even if you don't add vanilla ice cream ...

Whether you prefer A&W, Barq’s, or Mug, you’re likely familiar with root beer if you grew up in the U.S. You may be less familiar with the drink’s origins, including how beer ended up in the name.

Louisianans and Mississippians have long battled over claiming rights for Barq’s Root Beer, a beloved soft drink known for its high carbonation, low-foam taste and fabled Southern origins. Thirteenth ...

Feb. 19—When was the last time you had a nice refreshing glass of root beer? Has it been awhile? Probably. As a soft drink it runs way behind Coke and Pepsi though there are those for whom it is a ...

National Root Beer Float Day on Wednesday, Aug. 6, provides a great reason to indulge in a treat and to cool off. Root beer floats have a unique history. At least one source reported that in 1893, ...