About Virgils
Virgil's is an award-winning American craft soda brand renowned for creating exceptional root beer and cream sodas using traditional recipes with natural ingredients and real sugar. ## Craft Soda Pioneer Virgil's was founded in 1994 by Edward and Jill Fraser Crowley of the Crowley Beverage Company, who set out to create an authentic, premium root beer that honoured traditional American soda-making methods. Their commitment to quality earned immediate recognition, winning the "Outstanding Beverage" award at the International Fancy Food and Confection Show three times – in 1994, 1996 and 1997. ## The Secret Recipe What sets Virgil's apart is its meticulously crafted formula featuring 15 roots and spices. The signature blend includes anise, licorice, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, wintergreen, cassia oil, pimento berry oil, and balsam oil. This complex combination creates a rich, creamy flavour that is deliciously nuanced yet never bitter – a true craft soda experience. ## Reed's Ownership In 1999, Reed's Inc., the American ginger beer and craft beverage company, acquired Virgil's and expanded the product line beyond root beer. New flavours including Vanilla Cream, Black Cherry, Orange Cream, Lemon-Lime, and Cola were introduced, all maintaining the brand's commitment to natural ingredients. ## Natural Ingredients Philosophy Virgil's represents one of the closest approximations to all-natural soda available commercially. All Virgil's products are made with real cane sugar, natural extracts, and authentic herbs and spices – no artificial colours, flavours, or high-fructose corn syrup. In 2018, the brand launched a zero-sugar line using a natural sweetener blend of erythritol, stevia, and monk fruit. ## Why Compare Virgil's Prices on Grocefully As a premium American craft soda now available in UK supermarkets, Virgil's offers an authentic alternative to mainstream soft drinks. Use Grocefully to compare prices on Root Beer, Black Cherry Cream Soda, and Vanilla Cream across UK retailers.