Baldwin's Original Sarsaparilla, 1 Litre

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If sassafras is used, wouldn't it then be root beer rather than sarsaparilla? Modern sarsaparilla drinks are made with artificial flavors and taste less bitter than the original and more like a root beer anyway.

I have very fond memories of hot sarsparilla from Rathbone Street Market, Canning Town in the 60's/70's when I was a little girl but also cold in the summer. You can buy it in Tesco & Sainsbury but for me, it will never be the same as in the market. Happy memories.So, you're now convinced that sarsaparilla is a herbal superstar. But how can you incorporate it into your life? Here are some of the easiest ways to incorporate sarsaparilla into your daily routine. Saponins - Sarsaparilla is rich in saponins, natural compounds known for their potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Sarsaparilla tea - The simplest way to enjoy sarsaparilla's benefits is through tea. You can find sarsaparilla tea bags or loose leaves at health food stores. It has a unique, earthy flavour that's worth experiencing. There’s not much you can buy for 20p nowadays but visit Baldwins on the Walworth Road and it’ll get you half a pint of authentic sarsaparilla. i am 80 years old and in my youth we lived at a place called padstow. the sars vine was everywhere and we used to chew the leaves with gusto. also there was a kiosk in parramatta who used to sell it neat with a dash of soda. it is an acquired taste but I love it.

The name swayed and lemon comes from long ago the syrup came in a square bottle (or so I was told). But is that only in Australia? I was told it was manufactured in Tasmania and is used commonly as a name there.

Anyway, sassafras was used to make tea in the Southeast before white settlers ever ventured beyond the Mississippi River--probably before the European invasion that began in 1492. In Sheffield, England in the 60's and early 70's there was a 'temperance bar' run by an old Italian and he made the most delicious Sarsaparilla as we knew the name. This was hand drawn and sold by the 1/4, 1/2 or full pint at 1 shilling and threepence a pint (about 6 pence after decimalisation. This was also a favorite after swimming in the local pool. Happy memories. We sell Sioux City sodas in our pie shop and they have a Sarsaparilla, which they call "The Grandaddy of all Root Beers" and have a picture of a cowboy bursting through the saloon doors - no doubt to ask for that "Sarsaparilla". It seems obvious to me that both Sassafras and Sarsaparilla were well know in the 1800s and some outfit just put the two together for that name and drink. Dave at Sweetie Pies in Fish Creek, WI If you're one of those people who can hear your bones crunching every time you stand up, sarsaparilla might be your new best friend. Some studies suggest it may have anti-inflammatory properties that could help with joint pain and arthritis.