Answering customer demand for deeper heat, the British B Corp layers single-origin Mexican chipotle over 10% fresh ginger juice, bypassing industry-standard synthetic flavourings.
British soft drinks challenger The Root Co. announces the launch of its newest flavour: Chilli Ginger Beer. Arriving this December, this new offering builds on the brand’s signature recipe by layering an authentic chipotle infusion over cold pressed ginger juice, delivering a multi-dimensional warmth designed for consumers seeking a bolder, more complex soft drink.
Driven by customer demand for fierier, longer-lasting taste, this new non-alcoholic drink has been developed using the brand’s single-origin sourcing approach. Each chilli used in the infusion is grown, dried and smoked in Chihuahua, Mexico for a truly authentic taste. This direct ingredient focus mirrors The Root Co.’s existing supply chain, which sources raw ginger directly from a single smallholder farm in Mkomazi, Tanzania.
The flavour profile begins with a crisp, light citrus zest before revealing the savoury, smoky spice of authentic chipotle. As the drink develops, the warmth of the chilli accentuates the sharp natural fieriness of the raw ginger at the back of the palate, finishing with a balanced, slow-building heat that lingers pleasantly on the aftertaste.
Will Englander, founder of The Root Co., comments: “Our customers loved the natural warmth of our original ginger beer, but an overwhelming number asked for an even deeper, longer-lasting fire. The easiest route would have been adding synthetic capsicum flavouring, but that defeats the ethos of our business. Instead, we spent months sourcing proper chipotle from Chihuahua and developing a real infusion. The result is a drink that offers genuine depth, natural smoke and a heat that develops gradually rather than burning out in seconds.”
The new launch reinforces The Root Co.’s position as a clean-label alternative in a category increasingly split between sugar-laden conventional sodas and hyper-processed functional beverages. Containing zero ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives or artificial flavouring, the Chilli Ginger Beer represents an unapologetically flavour-first option for discerning adult drinkers.
A modern and healthy twist on a heritage drink, Chilli Ginger Beer is the perfect winter choice for those seeking a new, fiery alternative to non-alcoholic classics.
The Root Co.’s Chilli Ginger Beer launches on 1st December 2026 and will be available to purchase at https://rootcodrinks.co.uk/. Priced at RRP £2.75.
