Root Beer Recipe

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@mrbeef

Sep 23 2025

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Serves 8

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Recipe information

Make Root Beer in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Preparation

1. Prepare the Sugar Mixture

In a large pot, combine the water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugars are completely dissolved.

2. Add Flavorings

Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, root beer extract, and optional flavorings (sassafras root and wintergreen) if using.

3. Cool the Mixture

Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. This is important to avoid killing the yeast when added.

4. Add Yeast

Once the mixture is cool, sprinkle the active dry yeast over the surface and stir gently to combine.

Fermentation

5. Bottling

Pour the root beer mixture into clean, sanitized bottles, leaving about an inch of space at the top.

6. Seal the Bottles

Seal the bottles tightly with caps. Ensure there are no leaks to prevent loss of carbonation.

7. Ferment

Let the bottles sit at room temperature for 2-3 days. Check daily for carbonation by gently squeezing the bottles. When they feel firm, the fermentation is complete.

Cooling

8. Refrigerate

Once fermentation is complete, refrigerate the bottles for at least 24 hours before serving to chill the root beer.

9. Serve

Serve chilled, and enjoy your homemade root beer!

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