Saranac Root Beer Recipe
Make Saranac Root Beer Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Beverage Ingredients
Method
Brewing Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Herb Mixture
In a large pot, combine the sassafras root, sarsaparilla root, wintergreen leaves, and nutmeg with the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Cool the Mixture
Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- 4
Add Yeast
Once cooled, sprinkle the active dry yeast over the mixture and stir gently. Cover the pot and let it sit at room temperature for 12-24 hours to ferment.
- 5
Bottle the Root Beer
After fermentation, carefully pour the root beer into clean bottles, leaving a little space at the top. Add carbonated water to each bottle to taste.
- 6
Seal and Refrigerate
Seal the bottles tightly and refrigerate them. Allow the root beer to chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- 7
Serve
Serve the Saranac Root Beer chilled, optionally with ice and a slice of lemon.