Maine Root Root Beer

Maine Root Root Beer is sweetened with Fair Trade certified organic cane sugar rather than high-fructose corn syrup. This choice of sweetener gives the root beer a different taste profile compared to mainstream brands that use corn syrup. Maine Root has emphasized organic and Fair Trade ingredients as a core part of its brand identity since its founding.

Maine Root Root Beer is produced by Maine Root, a beverage company founded in Portland, Maine, in 2003. The company produces a range of craft sodas in addition to its flagship root beer. Maine Root distributes its products through specialty retailers, natural food stores, and select grocery chains.

Maine Root Root Beer uses a flavor profile built around herbal, vanilla, and spice notes, sweetened with organic cane sugar. The taste is generally described as rich and creamy with a balanced sweetness. The craft soda positioning places it in a different category from mass-market root beer brands like A&W or Barq's.

Maine Root Root Beer is distributed through specialty retailers, natural food stores, and select grocery chains across the United States. The brand is based in Portland, Maine, but has expanded its distribution beyond New England over the years. It is also available through some online retailers.