Sarsaparilla (UK: / ˌsɑːrspəˈrɪlə /, US also / ˌsæspəˈrɪlə / sas-pə-RIL-ə) [1][2] is a soft drink originally made from the vine Smilax ornata (also called 'sarsaparilla') or other species of Smilax such as Smilax officinalis. [3] . In most Southeast Asian countries, it is known by the common name sarsi, and the trademarks Sarsi and Sarsae.

Kirks is a soft drink manufacturer founded in Queensland, Australia in 1865, producing a selection of soft drink flavours. The Helidon Spa Water Company was founded in 1881 as a partnership between chemist Reginald Larard, and Scottish entrepreneur Gilbert E. Primrose to bottle the spring water of Helidon, Queensland. [1] .

Other distinctive proprietary flavours included "Big Sars" sarsaparilla and "Sno-Top" (a brown vanilla-flavoured cream soda). In addition, Woodroofe's produces a range of fruit flavours. A former flavour that is no longer manufactured is Kola Beer. However, a similar product is now produced by Bickford's.

Kirks Big Sars (Sarsparilla) is a flavoured soft drink with strong roots in Queensland. Made in Australia with no artificial colours and flavours. This beverage is a Queensland favourite, providing fun and delicious refreshment for any occasion.

Kirks Big Sars (Sarsparilla) is a flavoured soft drink with strong roots in Queensland. Made in Australia with no artificial colours and flavours. This beverage is a Queensland favourite, providing fun and delicious refreshment for any occasion.

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Kirks was founded in Queensland and still sees that state as its biggest market for its “Big Sars”. In South Australia, Bickfords seemed to have dropped it from their range. In Victoria, River Port in Echuca makes the extra-strong Double Sarsaparilla.