How to Make Root Beer Using Dry Ice

Making homemade root beer following these time tested steps, can be accomplished in just a little over an hour, using just a few simple ingredients. This recipe will yield 4 gallons of root beer (about 64 servings) and is sure to be a crowd pleasing ingredient in any party or gathering.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Large insulated drink cooler
• 6 cups white sugar
• 3 1/3 gallons cold water
• 2 oz root beer extract
• 4 lbs dry ice
• Heavy plastic gloves for handling the dry ice
• Large metal spoon, or other stirring utensil

1. Mix together the sugar and water, pouring both into the insulated cooler. Stir until the mixture dissolves completely.

2. Blend in the root beer extract, stirring well.

3. Put on the plastic gloves before carefully adding the dry ice to the cooler.

4. Cover loosely, but do not seal. Air pressure can build up inside the cooler, causing it to explode.

5. Allow mixture to stand at room temperature for about an hour, before serving.

6. Store leftover root beer in gallon jugs, in a cool, dry place.

Tips & Warnings

• Dry ice should always be handled with gloves
• In order to avoid accidents or injuries, be sure that air can escape the cooler, after adding the dry ice.

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