A&W Root Beer: A Century of Success

What makes A&W stand out among other root beer brands?

• Its unique blend of spices

• Its long-standing history and market dominance

• Its use of real vanilla

• Its exclusive distribution in the southern states

In which century did root beer first become popular?

• 20th century

• 19th century

• 18th century

• 17th century

What was the original name Charles Elmer Hires wanted for his root beer?

• Herbal Brew

• Soda Elixir

• Sassafras Delight

• Root Tea

Who founded A&W and where was the first stand opened?

• Charles Hires in Philadelphia

• Frank Wright in New York

• Roy Allen in Lodi, California

• Jean Herz in Nebraska

How did Prohibition affect the sale of root beer?

• It decreased sales due to lack of interest

• It led to the creation of new alcoholic root beer variants

• It had no impact on sales

• It increased sales as people sought non-alcoholic beverages

What was a major challenge for A&W during its early franchising days?

• Lack of syrup supply

• Limited consumer interest

• Inconsistent branding and procedures

• High competition from other brands

What mascot did A&W introduce to boost its brand image?

• A&W Root Eagle

• A&W Root Cat

• A&W Root Dog

• A&W Root Bear

What was a significant factor in A&W's post-war success?

• Introduction of new flavors

• Increase in car ownership

• Partnership with international brands

• Exclusive contracts with movie theaters

What recent legal issue did A&W face?

• Trademark infringement

• Health concerns over sugar content

• Environmental violations

• False advertising about aged vanilla

As of the third quarter of 2024, how many A&W locations are there in the US?

• 200

• 460

• 2000

• 1000