1919 Rootbeer Recipe
Make 1919 Rootbeer Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Sweetening Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Carbonation Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Herbal Mixture
In a large pot, combine the sassafras root, sarsaparilla root, wintergreen leaves, and licorice root. Pour in 8 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 2
Simmer the Mixture
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. This will extract the flavors from the roots and leaves.
- 3
Strain the Liquid
After simmering, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or pitcher, discarding the solids.
- 4
Add Sweeteners
While the liquid is still warm, stir in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
Flavoring and Carbonation
- 5
Add Flavorings
Add the cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, and cloves to the sweetened liquid. Let it steep for an additional 15 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- 6
Cooling Down
Remove the spices and let the liquid cool to room temperature. You can refrigerate it to speed up the cooling process.
- 7
Mix with Carbonated Water
Once cooled, mix the herbal syrup with the carbonated water in a large pitcher. Adjust the amount of carbonated water to taste.