Does root beer go well with whiskey?

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Does root beer go well with whiskey?

Kristin Lozano, a bartender and consultant in Northern California, says that root beer is the perfect match for whiskey, especially a high-proof bourbon. And Nashville bartender Jonathan Howard also finds root beer superior to more conventional whiskey accompaniments.

What is Canadian Club mixed with?

A great way to introduce someone new to Canadian Club® Whisky, is to start with the basics. Adding soda really allows a whisky first-timer to taste all the smooth, rich flavours. Try 1 part Canadian Club®, 2 parts soda water or 1 part Canadian Club® Whisky 2 parts ginger ale, for a refreshing touch.

What do you mix with Canadian Club Dry?

Method

  • Fill glass with ice.
  • Pour in 30mL Canadian Club Whisky.
  • Top with Dry Ginger Ale.
  • Garnish with a fresh Lime Wedge.

What alcohol can mix with root beer?

Bourbon: The rootbeer dampens the sweetness of the bourbon, pulling out notes of vanilla and anise. Rum: Underscores the vanilla flavor in both the rum and the root beer. Spiced rum: Capitalizes on the spices in the root beer. Vodka: Gives you a spiked drink that lets the root beer shine.

What alcohol goes with root beer?

Root beer goes great with rum, as they share a sweet, vanilla-y flavour. This combination is particularly good with a strong, spiced rum like The Kraken, which has a dark and rich flavour which complements the lighter, fizzy root beer. Use in proportions of around 1 part rum to 4 parts A&W.

Are sarsaparilla and root beer the same?

Both beverages are named after their distinct differences in ingredients when they were first made. Sarsaparilla was made from the Sarsaparilla vine, while Root Beer, roots of the sassafras tree. These days, Root Beer recipes do not include sassafras as the plant has been found to cause serious health issues.

Is Canadian Club a bourbon?

Canada whiskey cannot be labeled as bourbon due to the fact that most of the mixtures contain less than 51% corn.

What is a Canadian Club and dry?

Canadian Club Whisky & Dry is a super-smooth mix of Canadian Club Whisky and Dry Ginger to produce a ready to drink can that chills down quickly for the ultimate refreshment.