$2.65 | 180 Calories
This is the standard large-size fountain soda served at Waffle House, featuring Barq’s Root Beer, known for its distinct “bite.” It is a dark, carbonated soft drink, typically served over ice.
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💰 Estimated Price
- Average Starting Price: $2.50 to $2.75 (Part of the standard beverage price tier).
🍽️ Nutrition Table (Large Size)
| Nutrient | Approximate Value | % Daily Value (DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | ∼280–300 kcal | — |
| Total Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | ∼115–135 mg | ∼5%–6% |
| Total Carbohydrate | ∼77–78 g | ∼28% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | ∼77–78 g | — |
| Added Sugars | ∼77–78 g | ∼154% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
🥕 Ingredients
Barq’s Root Beer is a product of the Coca-Cola Company. The main ingredients for fountain-dispensed Barq’s Root Beer typically include:
- Carbonated Water
- High Fructose Corn Syrup (The primary source of sugar)1
- Caramel Color (For the dark color)
- Sodium Benzoate (To protect taste/preservative)2
- Citric Acid
- Caffeine (Barq’s is one of the few root beers that contains caffeine)3
- Artificial and Natural Flavors
- Acacia (Gum Arabic, used as a stabilizer)4
⚠️ Allergens List
As a carbonated soft drink, Barq’s Root Beer is typically free of all major food allergens (Milk, Egg, Wheat, Soy, Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Fish, Shellfish).
- Note: The drink contains Caffeine (5$\sim 22$ mg per 12 fl oz) and High Fructose Corn Syrup.6
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Does Barq’s Root Beer contain caffeine?
Answer: Yes, unlike many other popular root beer brands, Barq’s Root Beer is famous for containing caffeine.7 The caffeine content is approximately 22 mg per 12 fl oz serving.8
2. Can I get a Root Beer Float at Waffle House?
Answer: Yes, Waffle House typically offers a Root Beer Float where the Barq’s Root Beer is mixed with their ice cream or vanilla shake base. This option will significantly increase the total calories and fat content of the beverage.
3. What is the difference between the small and large size Barq’s Root Beer?
Answer: The primary difference is volume. The Small size typically contains around 160-180 calories and fewer than 50 grams of sugar, while the Large size contains 280-300 calories and nearly 80 grams of sugar.
4. Is there a sugar-free or Diet Root Beer option available?
Answer: Yes. Waffle House typically offers a “Diet” version of their sodas, which would be Diet Barq’s Root Beer or Barq’s Zero Sugar. This option contains $0$ calories and $0$ grams of sugar, using artificial sweeteners instead.
5. Is Waffle House Barq’s Root Beer vegan?
Answer: Yes, Barq’s Root Beer (like most fountain sodas) contains no animal-derived ingredients and is generally considered suitable for a vegan diet.