I am from the Tuscaloosa/Birmingham area of Alabama. I am wondering if anyone knows somewhere that I can purchase higher quality root beers to try. By Higher quality, I mean the smaller brands outside of the large manufactors. Thanks for any info.

Sorry for the delayed response. I lived in Pelham once, but too long ago to have anything useful. Check local supermarkets, package stores and brewers.
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Kevin Guske

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i really don't know Alabama geography at all, but you can try:
Montgomery Brewing Co Root Beer 12 W Jefferson St, Montgomery, AL http://www.montgomerybrewpub.com/

Zea Root Beer Zea Restaurant locations http://www.zearestaurants.com/

besides that, i will agree with Kevin, grocery stores, gas stations, convenience stores, brew pubs, beverage distributors, etc. you just have to drive around and call a lot.
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