What Alcohol Is In Not Your Father's? Decoding the Hard Root Beer's Malt Base
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The biggest surprise for many drinkers is that Not Your Father's Root Beer, despite its sweet and nostalgic taste, is officially classified as a flavored malt beverage (FMB), not a liquor-based cocktail. This distinction explains why it's sold alongside beer and not in the spirits aisle, a key element of its identity that shaped the entire hard soda category.
