Not Your Father’s Root Beer by Pabst Labs

97 Points

Calling all root beer lovers! Not Your Father's Root Beer is a well-crafted cannabis-infused soda that captures all the nostalgic flavors of the classic drink, with an elevated twist.

Infused with live resin, this beverage opens with sweet, woody aromatics followed by vanilla, sassafras, anise, and herbs. There are also hints of mint and licorice with a warming spice note. The live resin adds a subtle cannabis note that integrates beautifully, enhancing rather than overpowering the traditional root beer profile.

On the palate, it delivers a satisfyingly frothy, bubbly texture on the tongue, just like a well-made soda. The flavor is rich and layered, with just enough sweetness and no pronounced bitterness, making it highly drinkable (but use precaution when sipping as it's very high in THC!) Each can contains 100mg of THC, with a recommended serving size of 1 ounce (or approximately 6.25mg THC). The brand recommends measuring the liquid using a 1-ounce shot glass.

My recommendation: Beginners should stick with a 1/2 ounce to start (around 3 milligrams of THC) and increase the dosage from there. Simply combine with other liquids or mix with traditional root beer for a pleasant drink enhancement.

The 16-ounce can is charmingly designed and reminiscent of Henry Weinhard's classic root beer, adding a nostalgic touch. The color is spot-on for root beer: deep and dark, with a slightly opaque quality from the emulsion.

While it's delicious on its own, this beverage would be especially fun served as a cannabis-infused root beer float. Sweet, complex, and satisfying, this Root Beer is a standout for lovers of this timeless soda.

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