Rootbeer Recipe
Make Rootbeer Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Carbonation Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Base
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring the 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Sugars
Once boiling, add 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of brown sugar. Stir until completely dissolved.
- 3
Add Yeast
Remove the pot from heat and let it cool down to about 100°F (37°C). Once cooled, stir in 1 tsp of yeast and let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- 4
Add Vanilla
Stir in 1 tsp of vanilla extract into the mixture.
Flavoring the Rootbeer
- 5
- 6
Strain Flavoring
After simmering, strain the mixture to remove solids and add the liquid to the yeast mixture.
Finalizing Rootbeer
- 7
Combine with Carbonation
In a large pitcher, combine the flavored mixture with 4 cups of carbonated water. Stir gently to combine.
- 8
- 9
Refrigerate
After carbonation, refrigerate the bottles to stop fermentation. Chill before serving.