by "zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
Published 05/11/2017 at 08:01
by "zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
Published 05/11/2017 at 08:01
Tags: Drinklopnik
; Beerlopnik
STARS: 3
MrsZtp and I don’t drink alcohol (for a few reasons), but we do thoroughly enjoy non-alcoholic beer; such as root beer. This is our review of two new flavors we’ve never tried before.
First up is Virgil’s Root Beer. Now, regular Virgil’s is our favorite root beer so far, but we have never tried this particular flavor; Special Edition Bavarian Nutmeg.
The Nutmeg taste really blends in with the rest of the beer; it didn’t really stand out as too obvious. The taste was milder from their standard root beer; so it was like a spin off of the classic taste we both loved. It was quite smooth too, which is always a pleasure characteristic to have in a drink (IBC Root Beer doesn’t go down smooth).
Next up is this funky drink, the Flying Cauldron Butterscotch Beer. It’s apparently made from the same people who make Virgil’s root beer. When I saw this, I knew we had to try it.
When you drink this, imagine a bubbly and carbonated liquid in your mouth that tastes like a actual butterscotch candy. Then, the fiz dissipates and you are left with the aftertaste of what feels like a butterscotch candy. It’s crazy how exact it taste likes.
Would I recommend either one? Yes I would. The Bavarian special is a nice drink with a hefty size body that’s pretty cool (we’re keeping the bottle). It’s something I would drink again. The Butterscotch beer I felt was a cool idea, but I’m not sure if I’d drink it again. Then again, the first time I had ginger beer I didn’t like it; but after the third bottle I really enjoyed it. If you are a fan of the candy, this product is for you.
So far, I’ve tried many types/styles of root beer, a few ginger beers, a spicy ginger beer (that was interesting), a birch beer (sooo good), and a butterscotch beer. I’m still look for the elusive apple beer, because apples are awesome. I am always on the lookout for new non-alcoholic beers.
Link to the manufacturers page: reedsinc.com
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"Tripper" (tripe46)
05/11/2017 at 08:14, STARS: 3
Former soda fiend here. I’ve almost completely switched to seltzer, but I will indulge every once and a while on fancy sodas like the two you’ve reviewed. I like Virgil’s and I’m such a sucker when it comes to marketing, particularly packaging. Those flip top cork bottles will get me every time.
I’ve never had the butterscotch one, but I need it. I love butterscotch, so that sounds like a win for me.
My one vice is cane sugar sweetened Coke in a glass bottle (Mexican Coke). I will drink one in two sips!
"CalzoneGolem" (calzonegolem)
05/11/2017 at 08:15, STARS: 4
...but after the third bottle I really enjoyed it.
YMMV but this is true for me for most beers.
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
05/11/2017 at 08:19, STARS: 1
I occasionally drink alcohol but definitely do not like beer even if it is craft. It’s nice to see something non alcoholic talked about. Now let’s see some craft sodas.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 08:30, STARS: 1
I’m a big fan of glass bottle drinks, it’s unique and always fun to drink. I’m not a huge fan of butterscotch, but my curiosity of new drinks is always there. You’ll definitely like the butterscotch beer if you like the candy. The only issue is, finding the drink. Of course, sometimes that’s half the fun, lol.
"Tripper" (tripe46)
05/11/2017 at 08:34, STARS: 0
I feel like those little “hole in the wall” corner/sandwich shops are the best for finding unique fizzy beverages.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 08:37, STARS: 0
Ha, MrsZtp did not like the ginger beer, and since we had a four pack, I didn’t want to waste it. The taste literally grew on me, and I was bummed we ran out. Spicy ginger beer, ehhh, I can drink it but I’m not going out to seek the taste, lol.
"vondon302" (vondon302)
05/11/2017 at 08:39, STARS: 1
That’s some fancy root beer. I’m gonna have to keep an eye out for that.
"vondon302" (vondon302)
05/11/2017 at 08:40, STARS: 0
Mexican coke is the best. Taste like my childhood.
Costco sells it by the case just a fyi.
"CalzoneGolem" (calzonegolem)
05/11/2017 at 08:40, STARS: 1
Ginger beer is one of my favorites. Next time try it with a slice of lime.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 08:44, STARS: 0
It’s funny, despite not being a fan of alcohol, I’m a heavy drinker. I’d easily consume a 2 liter of pop (aka soda) in a day if given the chance.
For me, what it comes down to is flavor, and if the experience was enjoyable enough to repeat it with a second bottle.
MrsZtp suggested yesterday that I should do a YouTube channel about the different drinks I find, and what I thought of them. Lol.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 08:55, STARS: 0
Very true. There’s a ice cream store nearby that’s the only place I’ve found sarsaparilla to drink. It’s similar to root beer, but not the same. Apparently I forgot to add it to the list up above.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 09:02, STARS: 0
I think you were the one that suggested it last time I talked about root beer on oppo. I actually kept an eye out for it afterwards, so thanks! I’ll have to try the lemon idea.
"Shane Moore" (snakesm13)
05/11/2017 at 09:02, STARS: 1
If you like a smooth and creamy root beer, hit up world market and get you some bulldog root beer. Since you mentioned ginger beer pick you up a brand from Australia call Bundaberg. My two personal favorites.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 09:07, STARS: 1
Definitely would recommend both, if not just for the experience alone.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 09:12, STARS: 0
Will have to keep an eye out, thanks! It’s always fun to track down and try new drinks.
"Full of the sound of the Gran Fury, signifying nothing." (granfury)
05/11/2017 at 09:56, STARS: 0
Where do you find the other Bundaberg products? Costco carries the ginger beer, and I usually pick up a 12-pack whenever I’m over there, but I haven’t been able to find any of their other products here on the states. Does World Market carry Bundaberg as well as Bulldog?
"Frenchlicker" (frenchlicker)
05/11/2017 at 10:00, STARS: 1
I drink soda like crazy myself. A couple weeks ago I bough a 100oz cup of Big Red at a gas station.
"bhtooefr" (bhtooefr)
05/11/2017 at 12:01, STARS: 0
You probably won’t like one of my favorites, then - Bruce Cost Fresh Ginger Ale.
It’s basically ginger (which has to be distributed through the bottle by gently turning it over before drinking), sugar, carbonated water, and citric acid. That’s it.
"zeontestpilot" (zeontestpilot)
05/11/2017 at 12:26, STARS: 0
I’m willing to give anything a try, :).
"Shane Moore" (snakesm13)
05/11/2017 at 12:42, STARS: 0
World Market down here in Corpus Christi, TX consistently carries Bundaberg Ginger Beer and Root Beer. Occasionally they will have the Pink Grapefruit (yum), Blood Orange (more yum), and Lemon, Lime, Bitters (not so yum) but larger town World Markets like Dallas/Fort Worth usually have the larger assortments in stock.
World Market and HEB (Texas thing) carries Bulldog