The Research & Development Department
of Glewwe Castle Brewery, Prior Lake, Minnesota USA
Home Made Root Beer since 1994
We have been making home brewed beverages since 1994. In the
Spring of 2004, we were approached by the Prior Lake Farmers Market to
sell
our Root Beer. Our product has also been available at various
craft fairs. Ask to be on our distribution
list and we will gladly keep you informed of future sales.
Current Products
Root Beer
Our flagship product is root beer. It is a creamy blend made from
2 different concentrated extracts (root beer and birch beer). After
a few years of experimentation, this recipe was settled upon in 1998.
Cream Soda
Many folks have liked the creaminess of our root beer and wondered how
we would do with cream soda. We solicited feedback on several recipes
during the winter of 2005 and have settled on one. It is available
now, but will have its grand introduction in May 2005 with the opening
of the Prior Lake Farmer's Market.
Orange Soda
The household matron and son are fond of Orange Soda. We experimented
during the winters of 2005 and 2006. Erik eventually overcame our
quality control problems and we have another hit and have sold it regualarily
beginning with the 2007 farmers market. As with the other flavors,
this is special with vanilla ice cream..
Current Development
Please Note: The original recipe took four years to perfect, so don't look for immediate results from our laid back development
process.
Ginger Ale
The head brewer is also fond of Ginger Ale (aka Ginger Beer). Made
up primarily of lemons, limes, and ginger, the aroma has tended to overwhelm
the rest of the family - and makes a very strong ginger flavor. We
are continuing to refine the recipe to our satisfaction.
Low Calorie/Carb Root Beer
The head brewer was diagnosed in October of 2003 as being diabetic, so
he is highly motivated to find a low calorie (if not diet) root beer that
closely meets the satisfying nature of our root beer. The first taste
tests were held on early July of 2004. Research continues.
Low calorie sweetners leave much to be desired.
Growlers
We are looking at 1/2 gallon bottles for folk that want larger resealable
containers. We are looking at the swing-top variety (does anyone
drink Grolsh beer? or French cider?) and jugs with twist off caps.
We have not decided, but the hope is to introduce these during 2007 at
the PLFM.
Future Development
Black Cherry
The apprentice has put in his preference to perfect a Black Cherry soda.
Not sure if we are thinking a cream soda or a clean taste. This is
mostly at a conceptual stage, but we are continuing to look at recipes
to experiment.
Bottle Carriers
We are looking for a plain white bottle carrier for our large bottles.
Promotional Items
We are looking at bottle openers, aprons, shirts, and glassware.
Contact us with your suggestions and let
us see if we can help.
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