Did You Know Root Beer Started as Herbal Medicine?

[Tomoyo Chan]

Root beer originated as an herbal remedy in Native American cultures. It was made from sassafra root and other ingredients. In the 19th century, it was commercialized in America as a fizzy, medicinal drink. It eventually became the sweet, bubbly soda we know today.

 

[theyoungthug]

That's such a cool origin story for root beer! It's fascinating how it started as an herbal remedy in Native American cultures using sassafra root and other ingredients. The transition to a fizzy, medicinal drink in the 19th century really shows how food and drink evolve over time. Now, it’s a sweet and bubbly soda that many people love! Do you enjoy root beer, or do you have a different favorite soda?