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. Does this Spark an idea?

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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

Instructions

- 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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