A&W Sarsaparilla Root Beer is a carbonated soft drink that is brown in color and has a similar flavor to A&W Root Beer. It is made with sarsaparilla root, which is a vine that has been used as a medicinal drink by Native Americans1. Sarsaparilla root has a distinct bitter and bold aftertaste that some people may find appealing2. A&W Sarsaparilla Root Beer is available in cans, 500ml bottles, and 1.5 liter bottles3. It is not the same as A&W Root Beer, which is made with a blend of herbs, barks, spices, and aged vanilla45.