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Maine Root Root Beer

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Is Maine Root Root Beer healthy?

Maine Root Root Beer scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This root beer contains organic cane sugar, which, despite being fair trade and organic, contributes to high sugar content that can lead to health issues like obesity and diabetes if consumed excessively.

How processed is Maine Root Root Beer?

Maine Root Root Beer is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Maine Root Root Beer's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Carbonated Pure Water, Fair Trade Certified Organic Cane Sugar, Spices count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Maine Root Root Beer

Maine Root
75 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$69.99 · 12 fl oz · pack of 24 · $0.24 / fluid ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by All Natural Maine Root, LLC
Category Soda
Summary

This root beer contains organic cane sugar, which, despite being fair trade and organic, contributes to high sugar content that can lead to health issues like obesity and diabetes if consumed excessively. The ingredient list is relatively clean with minimal processing and includes spices, which can offer some health benefits. However, the presence of added sugars and the processed nature of the product limit its healthfulness.

Key ingredients 3

Carbonated Pure Water
Good

Pure water is the main component of this beverage, providing hydration without added sugars or artificial ingredients.

Fair Trade Certified Organic Cane Sugar
Good

Organic cane sugar is a natural sweetener sourced responsibly, enhancing flavor while supporting sustainable farming practices.

Spices
Good

Spices add natural flavor and aroma to the beverage, making it enjoyable without artificial additives.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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