Discover the Crisp Charm of Birch Beer — and Try Crush Birch Beer at YEG Exotic

When fans of unique soda flavours think “what’s next,” birch beer is a name that pops up less often than root beer — but it deserves a spotlight. At YEG Exotic, Edmonton’s go-to destination for daring pops and candy, we love bringing in those drinks that make you pause, read the label, and smile. That’s why Crush Birch Beer 355 mL is turning heads (and taste buds) at our store.

What is Birch Beer, Anyway?

Birch beer is a carbonated soft drink traditionally made using extracts from birch bark or birch sap. Its flavour profile tends to hover between root beer, wintergreen, and cream soda, depending on the recipe and colour (white, red, brown, or clear versions exist). In many cases, birch bark oil or distillates deliver the signature foresty and minty notes. Over time, birch beer has found more regional popularity than national ubiquity, making it a “must try” for soda enthusiasts.

The Crush brand (which most people associate with fruit-flavoured sodas) also offers a birch beer flavour — a regional gem mostly available in parts of Canada, Newfoundland, and some rarer soda-collecting markets. That’s what makes Crush Birch Beer such an exciting addition to a specialty soda shop like YEG Exotic.

Why Try Crush Birch Beer?

Unexpected flavour twist. Many customers report Crush Birch Beer tastes like a cross between cream soda and root beer, with a gentle birch undertone. It’s not aggressively minty or “green” — it keeps things mellow and fun.
Made in Canada. The Crush Birch Beer offering is actually bottled in Canada (Newfoundland), giving it an authentic Canadian soda lineage.
Rarity factor. Because birch beer isn’t mainstream, it’s a novelty to many. At YEG Exotic, we love carrying those rarities — chances are, someone walking into our Edmonton Pop shop hasn’t tried it yet.
Versatile usage. You can enjoy it cold straight out of the can, or use it as a base for floats (vanilla ice cream + birch beer = magic), or even try it as a mixer in non-alcoholic mocktails.

Bear in mind: some people have mixed reactions. Taste is personal — which is all the more reason to offer it among your exotic soda lineup so people can judge for themselves.

Bringing Birch Beer to Edmonton with YEG Exotic

At YEG Exotic, our mission is straightforward: surprise and delight Edmonton with sodas and candies you won’t always find at mainstream stores. As Edmonton’s favourite for exotic pops and candy, we thrive on bold flavours, obscure labels, and international treats.

We often call ourselves the Edmonton Pop hub or the Edmonton Candy adventure stop — and birch beer fits right into that branding. It’s not your everyday cola; it’s a sip of novelty.

We stock Crush Birch Beer 355 mL (and maybe other birch-style sodas) in both our West Edmonton and South Edmonton locations.

West: 15027-118 Ave NW
South: 5940-104 St NW

If you want to secure one before a visit, feel free to give us a call or check our in-store inventory.

Tips for Enjoying Birch Beer (Especially at YEG Exotic)

Chill it thoroughly. Birch beer really shines when ice cold. A warm birch beer may emphasize the “herbal” notes too much.
Try a float. Vanilla ice cream + birch beer = creamy, fizzy, foresty fun.
Pair with simpler snacks. Let the soda shine — pair it with neutral or lightly sweet treats (shortbread, plain popcorn) so you’re not fighting flavours.
Share with friends. Because birch beer is unusual, it makes a great conversation piece. Let people sample it and compare notes.
Stock up. If you like it, get a few extra — sometimes regional sodas run low before reorders arrive.

In Summary

Birch beer is one of those sodas that straddles the line between nostalgic and novel. With its roots in birch bark extracts and Canadian soda tradition, it offers a flavour experience that’s not quite root beer, not quite cream soda — something in its own class. Crush Birch Beer is one of the more accessible versions of that style, and we’re thrilled to bring it to Edmonton through YEG Exotic.

If you're craving a soda that makes you say, “What is this? I need more,” stop by Edmonton Pop’s favourite candy and pop destination and give birch beer a try. Whether you love it or shrug politely, it’s a taste experience unlike many others — and exactly the kind of discovery we want YEG Exotic to inspire