How to make Sarsaparilla

 by rosemarytea
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Sarsaparilla, love it, best drink ever. Who could possibly ever resist it. However, it is a highly expensive beverage, but this recipe is much cheaper. Enjoy.
 
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Step 1: You will need

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1 sassafras root

1 ginger root

1 vanilla root

1 licorice root

1 barley grass root

1 lemon

1 birch oils root

1 teaspoon yeast

1 cup sugar

cold water


Nesagwa says: Oct 10, 2011. 9:13 PM
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sassafras#Culinary_uses

Keep in mind that Sassafras root (assafras albidum) is carcinogenic and banned from most commercial use. Sarsaparilla (Smilax regelii) is a different, non-toxic, plant.

You can buy Sassafras root extract that has the toxic safrole removed.
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