A&W Root Beer & Cream Soda: iconic American sodas since 1919

A&W Root Beer — the American soda with a unique taste

The A&W Root Beer is the brand's most iconic product. It's a smooth, slightly spiced soda with aromas of sassafras, vanilla and spices — a taste completely unknown in Europe and deeply rooted in American tradition. For over a century, A&W Root Beer has accompanied American moments of togetherness — barbecues, drive-ins, diners.

At Pop's America, find A&W Root Beer in a 355ml can, the Ice Cream Sundae version with vanilla ice cream notes, the Zero Sugar version and even the Root Beer On The Go powder — dissolve in a bottle of water to take your favourite Root Beer anywhere.

The Root Beer Float — the iconic American speciality

A&W is also associated with the Root Beer Float — one of the most iconic specialities of American food culture. The concept is simple: a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a glass of cold Root Beer. The foam that forms, the cold contrast between the ice cream and the soda, the spiced taste of Root Beer mixed with the sweetness of vanilla — a typically American taste experience. The Ice Cream Sundae version available at Pop's America captures exactly that spirit.

A&W Cream Soda — the American vanilla sweetness

The A&W Cream Soda is the brand's other best-seller. A smooth, creamy soda with vanilla notes — indulgent, comforting and very popular in the United States for decades. A retro American flavour impossible to find in mainstream European supermarkets.

A&W Root Beer Cotton Candy — root beer as candy floss

For lovers of original treats, A&W also offers its Root Beer Cotton Candy — a candy floss with a Root Beer flavour. A typically American concept, fun and delicious, perfect for discovering the iconic taste of Root Beer in an unexpected form.

Why is Root Beer so different from European sodas?

Root Beer is often a surprising discovery for Europeans — its spiced flavour with aromas of sassafras, liquorice and spices has no equivalent in European soda culture. In the United States, it's a family drink consumed from childhood. It's precisely this difference that makes it such a sought-after product for lovers of authentic American flavours.

Discover the full A&W range at Pop's America

Pop's America imports A&W products directly from the United States — American sodas, American candy floss and powdered drinks. All products are in stock with the best-before date displayed before purchase.

FAQ — Everything about A&W Root Beer

What is Root Beer?
Root Beer is an American soda with aromas of sassafras, vanilla and spices. Its taste is smooth, slightly spiced and totally different from European sodas.

Does Root Beer contain alcohol?
No — despite its name, Root Beer is a non-alcoholic drink. The term "beer" refers to its historical fermentation method, not its alcohol content.

What is a Root Beer Float?
It's an American speciality made of a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a glass of Root Beer. The A&W Ice Cream Sundae version captures that indulgent spirit.

Where can I buy A&W Root Beer in Europe?
A&W Root Beer is not distributed in mainstream European supermarkets. You can order it directly from Pop's America, imported from the United States.