But, like most root beer flavors, it’s not for everyone. Some people complain about an unpleasant aftertaste. And for others, the flavor isn’t as strong as they’d like. And they are expensive. So if you want to eat large quantities, be prepared to take the hit to your wallet. It may still be a better option, though, than taking the hit to your waistline!

These are shaped like the traditional barrels, so there’s plenty to get your teeth into. They’ve got the rich dark brown color you’d expect from root beer. And the taste is a full, sweet and classic. They are one of the more expensive options on our list. But if you want to reduce your sugar intake while still getting a sweet flavor, you may feel they’re worth it. If you’re sharing them out between lots of people, though, you may prefer something with its own wrapper. And if you’re looking for a bag to hand around a classroom, they probably won’t be the most hygienic choice. What is clear is that the root beer barrel candy became very popular in the early 1900s. It was a popular treat for both children and adults.

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This product contains genetically modified organisms. E102, E110, and E129 may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children. In 1919, Roy Allen opened his root-beer stand in Lodi, California, which led to the development of A&W Root Beer. One of Allen's innovations was that he served his homemade root beer in cold, frosty mugs. IBC Root Beer is another brand of commercially-produced root beer that emerged during this period and is still well-known today. [8] With these candies we’re pushing the definition of root beer barrels – because they’re not actually barrels at all. But they’re such a great option for root beer lovers, we had to include them! Not all traditional or commercial root beers were sassafras-based. One of Hires's early competitors was Barq's, which began selling its sarsaparilla-based root beer in 1898 and was labeled simply as "Barq's". [10]

If you’re wondering whether something that’s sugar free can really taste like root beer – well, these do! There’s no compromise on the flavor. And you won’t have to deal with any unpleasant aftertaste either. But be aware that they’re chips of candy, rather than evenly shaped and sized sweets. They’re not individually wrapped, although the tin does offer some protection from the heat. Their root beer flavored hard candy comes in a six-ounce bag. You’ll get about 32 pieces in each one. It’s the perfect size for picnics or keeping the kids quiet on a long car journey! Shari’s are traditional barrel-shaped root beer candies. With their chipmunk decorated wrapping, they clearly target the children’s market. But their individually wrapped candies are best enjoyed in strict moderation, particularly by little ones.The high sugar content and artificial colorings and flavorings mean these are best as an occasional treat The candies come individually wrapped, and they’re keenly priced. If you don’t mind sugar and artificial colorings, they’re an excellent buy. Mug Root Beer: Mug Root Beer was originally marketed as “Belfast Root Beer” during the 1940s by the Belfast Beverage Company. The product name was later changed to Mug Old Fashioned Root Beer, which was then shortened to Mug Root Beer. Currently manufactured and distributed by PepsiCo, Mug's brand mascot is a bulldog named “Dog.”