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Founded in New Orleans, Barq's Root Beer was bottled for the first time around 1900. Edward Barq was determined not to infringe on Hires's trademark and opted for a simpler label. The company crafted a product that was distinctively more carbonated yet less sugary than its contemporaries. Owned by Coca-Cola today, Barq's remains notable for containing caffeine—unlike many other root beers—reflected in its tagline, “Barq’s has bite!”