A&W Root Beer almost needs no introduction. This near-legendary American classic is fizzy, lightly sweet and not too rooty or complex, carried by heavy carbonation. Of course, it should go without saying that its light creaminess makes it perfect for creating ice cream floats. A&W Root Beer is the root beer standard, synonymous with the phrase “root beer” itself. Introduced to the public in 1919 and still going strong, this is the drink that launched a restaurant franchise and has come to define the taste of summer.