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Ingredients
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Root Beer Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Base
In a large pot, combine water, sugar, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat until sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Add Flavoring
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the root beer extract and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 3
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in a bit of warm water and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Stir the activated yeast into the sugar mixture. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- 5
- 6
Add Carbonation
Once fermented, carefully open the bottles to release excess pressure. Add carbonated water to each bottle and mix gently.
- 7
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the bottles for a few hours before serving. Enjoy your homemade Sprecher Root Beer!
