Wizard's Brew Butterbeer

This magical Harry Potter Butterbeer recipe is a must-try for any wizarding fan. With a rich and creamy butterscotch base topped with a frothy, sweet head, it's the perfect concoction to transport you to the world of wizards and witches.

Wizard's Brew Butterbeer

A delightful and enchanting blend of butterscotch syrup, ginger beer, and cream soda, topped with a creamy head, creating a truly magical experience.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 12 oz chilled ginger beer
  • 18 oz cream soda (chilled)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon molasses
  • 1 (14 oz) can evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter and sugars over gentle heat until dissolved.
  2. Add corn syrup, molasses, sea salt, vanilla extract, and white wine vinegar, stirring until combined.
  3. Pour in the evaporated milk and simmer for two minutes on medium heat, stirring frequently.
  4. Let the butterscotch syrup cool to a runny consistency, stirring as needed to loosen it.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and a tablespoon of the prepared butterscotch until thickened.
  6. In a serving jug, combine chilled ginger beer with half of the butterscotch syrup, stirring to dissolve.
  7. Pour in the chilled cream soda and mix gently.
  8. Adjust sweetness by adding more butterscotch syrup if desired.
  9. Serve in mugs and top with a dollop of the creamy head mixture.