Barq's Root Beer Recipe
Carbonated Water, Syrup (High Fructose Corn Syrup, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Caramel Color, Artificial and Natural Flavors)
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Ingredients
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Carbonated Base
Syrup
Method
Preparing the Syrup
- 1
Mixing the Syrup Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the high fructose corn syrup and water. Heat over low-medium heat until the syrup is well mixed and begins to warm.
- 2
Adding Preservatives and Colors
Stir in the sodium benzoate and caramel color into the syrup mixture. Continue stirring until fully incorporated.
- 3
Incorporating Flavors
Add the artificial and natural flavors to the mixture. Stir well to ensure that all flavors are evenly distributed.
- 4
Cooling the Syrup
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely before using.
Combining with Carbonated Water
- 5
Mixing Root Beer
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled syrup with the carbonated water. Stir gently to mix without losing too much carbonation.
- 6
Serving
Pour the Barq's Root Beer into glasses filled with ice and enjoy your homemade carbonated drink!
