On June 17, join us in toasting National Root Beer Day with the soda that started it all‚ Frostop Root Beer. For nearly a century, we’ve been crafting this creamy, bold, and frothy favorite.
When it comes to cherry soda, there’s one flavor that rises above the rest, Frostop Black Cherry. Rich, bold, and unapologetically juicy, this fan favorite has earned its place as one of the most beloved sodas in our lineup. But what makes it so special? Let’s take a look behind the bottle and explore what makes Frostop Black Cherry a standout in the world of craft soda.
When the weather is warm and the sun is shining there is no better beverage to refresh and bring smiles than a root beer float. The recipe was concocted in the late 19th century, and along with the rise of the soda fountain and the drive-in, became one of the most popular refreshments for Americans young and old.
The rise of the automobile in the 1920’s also gave rise to the roadside drive-in and diner. Thousands of stands, drive-ins, and diners that catered to motorists popped up all over the country, reaching its zenith in the 1950’s and continuing strong through the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. The drive-in became a place to meet, to be seen, and to show-off your wheels.
Back in 1954, Mr. T.W. Ganus, a Frostop franchisee, had a crazy idea. He decided to produce a giant (14 feet high) Frostop mug at his Jefferson, Louisiana Frostop Drive-In, on the outskirts of New Orleans.