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Pennsylvania miners around the turn of the 20th century were among the first intended recipients of the original commercial root beer recipe. However, no amount of coaxing could convince them to ...

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[Paul] is sick and tired of his homemade root beer being flat. He analyzed the problem with his carbonation techniques and ended up with a method of force carbonating beverages using dry ice.

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Stir in sliced pears (or any other fresh fruit) for a refreshing shandy-sangria hybrid. Whether you're a beer expert or need an easy drink recipe, find your perfect beer cocktail at Food & Wine.