Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (2024)

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Experience the wizarding world of Harry Potter by making this easy homemade butterbeer recipe for a delicious butterscotch drink.

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  • Harry Potter Butterbeer
  • Ingredients for Easy Butterbeer
  • How to Make Frozen Butterbeer
  • 5 star review
  • Serving Tips for the Best Homemade Butterbeer
  • Recipe FAQs
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  • Butterbeer Recipe Printable Recipe

Harry Potter Butterbeer

Earlier this year, we visited Universal Orlando. We absolutely loved Harry Potter World. I could have stayed there all day and just shopped while sipping butterbeer of course.

The frozen version of Butterbeer was my favorite. It’s hard to describe how amazing it is while walking around the park, so of course I had to re-create this delicious treat at home for all of you wizards and muggles to make.

Make the popular butterscotch-flavored butterbeer from Harry Potter at home with this easy recipe. If you like butterscotch flavoring, you will LOVE this frozen butterbeer recipe. It tastes like a butterscotch creamsicle.

Ingredients for Easy Butterbeer

With only four ingredients combined this popular butter beer mixture comes together in one blender. It is a smooth and creamy drink that is similar to a milkshake. Homemade butterbeer recipe is perfect for harry potter birthday parties, Halloween, or just for fun!

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Find the fullprintable recipewith specific measurements below.

  • Vanilla ice cream: Either store-bought vanilla ice cream or homemade ice cream works great!
  • Butterscotch sauce or topping: This is a sweet topping that is smooth and creamy.
  • Cream soda: Add a sweet and savory drink that will give it a frothy and fizzy texture and flavor.
  • Ice: Crushed or cubed ice works great.

How to Make Frozen Butterbeer

Simply add in all your ingredients and blend them together. It is an easy drink recipe that is so fun to make and great year-round. This Harry Potter frozen drink is just what you need for your next night in!

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  1. Add ingredients. Place all ingredients in a large blender.
  2. Blend. Blend together until smooth. If needed, add more ice to create desired consistency.
  3. Taste test. Taste and add more butterscotch or a splash of vanilla extract if desired.

5 star review

“OMG! I made this being the big Harry Potter fan I am, and it blew my mind! It was absolutely amazing!”

-Rorie R

Serving Tips for the Best Homemade Butterbeer

Now for the fun part: serving the butterbeer! We served ours in these tall, glass mugs with a fun striped straw. Below are some helpful tips to consider before serving:

  • Keep it cold. Serve in cold glasses so the butterbeer doesn’t melt too fast. I stick mine in the freezer about 10 minutes prior to serving.
  • Decorate. For a fun look, try drizzling more butterscotch into the glass before pouring the drink in.
  • Frothy top! If you’d like to recreate the frothy top, add some whipped cream and butterscotch syrup on top for a whipped topping appearance.
  • Add in more flavor. You can even add a Tablespoon of butterscotch to the whipped cream for more delicious flavor.
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Recipe FAQs

What is the butterbeer at Universal studios made of?

Butterbeer is made up of butterscotch, sugar, and water. It has a butterscotch taste to it.

What flavor is butterbeer?

Frozen butterbeer tastes like cream soda and butterscotch together. It is a sweet and savory flavor with a frothy topping. There is no alcohol in this drink.

Can you make butterbeer with rootbeer?

You can always modify the drink to your liking but the original butterbeer does not have rootbeer and does not taste like rootbeer. It is more of a butterscotch and toffee flavor and taste. Butterbeer has a smooth and creamy texture similar to a rootbeer float.

How does J.K. Rowling describe butterbeer?

The famous butterbeer is known in J.K Rowling’s book, Harry Potter. It is a drink that is served at the Three Broomsticks, Hog’s Head, and The Leaky Cauldron. Butterbeer is described in the book as a less-sickly butterscotch. Harry Potter butterbeer recipe is served cold.

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Butterbeer Recipe

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Experience the wizarding world of Harry Potter by making this easy homemade butterbeer recipe for a delicious butterscotch drink.

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Total Time: 5 minutes mins

Servings: 4

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Ingredients

  • ½ quart vanilla ice cream
  • 2-3 Tablespoons butterscotch syrup or topping , more to taste
  • 12 ounces cream soda
  • ¼ cup ice , more as needed

Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon butter extract, whipped cream for topping

    Instructions

    • Place ice cream, ice, butterscotch and cream soda in a blender. Mix just until combined. Add more ice as need to create desired consistency. Add a splash of vanilla and more butterscotch if desired.

    • Serve in cold glasses. You can drizzle butterscotch into the glass before pouring the drink in for a fun look. Then pour frozen butterbeer in and top with whipped cream and extra butterscotch if desired. Enjoy!

    Notes

    For homemade whipped cream: https://www.iheartnaptime.net/simple-homemade-whipped-cream/ – you could even add a Tablespoon of butterscotch syrup to the whipped cream for a delicious flavor.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 0.1mg

    Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

    Course: Drinks

    Cuisine: American

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    Categorized as: American, Beverages, Halloween, Kid-Friendly

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    79 comments

      • Matt
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (17)

      This is such a yummy homemade butterbeer recipe. Great for Harry Potter-themed movie nights. I love how super simple it is to make.

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      • Andie Thueson
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (18)

      Best Butterbeer around! My kiddos preferred this recipe over The Wizarding World in Florida! I am so happy that this is my new family’s obsession!

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      • dudebooks
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (19)

      great

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      • Mandy
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (20)

      My favorite butterbeer recipe of all time! So easy and so delicious.

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        • I Heart Naptime

        So happy to hear that! Thanks for your comment, Mandy :)

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      • Renee Gearhart

      idk how much of everything

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        • I Heart Naptime

        Hi Renee, if you click the “jump to recipe” button at the top of the page, it will lead you to the recipe card with the specific measurements that are needed.

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      • Catherine
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (21)

      I always wondered how butterbeer tastes when I read the book. So I tried this recipe, and the result is absolutely stunning. I love it so much!

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed it! :)

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      • Reba Phillips
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (22)

      It was amazing. I made it over at my Son’s house for the Grandkids it was a huge success.

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        I’m so glad to hear it was a big success! :)

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      • Rory Rodenhouse
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (23)

      OMG! I made this being the big Harry Potter fan I am, and it blew my mind! It was absolutely amazing!

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        I’m so glad you enjoyed it!! :)

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      • Vera
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (24)

      IT IS THE BEST BUTTERBEER EVER!!!!!!! This was my first time making butter beer and it is so simple but AMAZING. If they let you put 10 out of 5 stars I would do it. I seriously recommend this recipe.

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        Thank you so much for your comment and review Vera! I’m so glad you loved the butterbeer! :)

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      • Ciara Gibbons
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (25)

      Went to California for a week to celebrate me and my stepsisters birthday, a day before we left spent all day, from opening to closing at Universal. When we came back I definitely needed more pumpkin juice and especially, BUTTERBEER. This recipe helped me to continue my harry potter dream back home. Thank you for making it possible.

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        I’m so glad you could have a taste from home. Thank you for your comment and review! :)

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      • Colleen
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (26)

      Excellent. Everyone in family loved it

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        I’m so glad to hear everyone loved it! :)

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      • Noelle
      • Harry Potter Butterbeer Recipe - I Heart Naptime (27)

      This was delicious! Made it for my family and everyone loved it! Saving to make again soon.

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    FAQs

    Did JK Rowling approve Butterbeer? ›

    The version sold at The Wizarding World was tasted and approved by Rowling herself. Visitors to the park see a large wooden barrel that bears the word "BUTTERBEER" as soon as they enter, and they can buy it from a street cart and inside The Three Broomsticks restaurant and Hog's Head pub.

    What is Butterbeer made of in Harry Potter? ›

    What is Butterbeer? In the Harry Potter books, it's a butterscotch-flavored drink that the students would enjoy when visiting Hogsmeade. Butter beer is recreated using cream soda, butter syrup, butterscotch, and cream.

    Where do Harry Ron and Hermione drink Butterbeer? ›

    The Story Behind The Books, The Movies And What You Can Get At The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter. Harry, Ron and Hermione visit the Three Broomsticks for some Butterbeer. . If you're a fan of J.K. Rowling's magical world, chances are you've heard of Butterbeer.

    What is Butterbeer foam made of? ›

    Regular Butterbeer

    Start with the creamy foam. Combine heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 tbsp of butterscotch in a mixing bowl. Whisk the cream until the mixture starts to thicken.

    What do the kids drink in Harry Potter? ›

    Butterbeer was a popular wizarding drink that was served in magical cafes, pubs and shops across the wizarding world. It could either be served warm and foaming in tankards or cold in bottles and tasted like a less-sweet butterscotch.

    How long does Butterbeer last? ›

    The shelf-life of Butterbeer is 12 months from bottling.

    Was Hermione drunk after butterbeer? ›

    In the Harry Potter series, several instances imply Butterbeer contains a low level of alcohol. Particularly in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, there are subtle hints about its effects. One notable moment is when Hermione Granger appears slightly tipsy in the film adaptation after consuming butterbeer.

    Can Hogwarts students drink butterbeer? ›

    It was served at numerous locations in the wizarding world and had a very slight alcoholic content. Students of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry would often buy it when visiting Hogsmeade. It could be served either hot or cold.

    Did Butterbeer exist before Harry Potter? ›

    This is a reality. But its origin dates back much further than J.K. Rowling's films. Butterbeer, or “Buttered beere” as it was described in 1594, has existed for many centuries. At the time of the Tudors, beer was already a typical and commonly consumed drink.

    Is Butterbeer hot or cold in the books? ›

    As a general rule of thumb, we always suggest that Butterbeer is better cold just like in the books and movies. We feel like butterbeer is meant to be enjoyed like a soda, especially on those hot Florida and California days.

    What the heck is Butterbeer? ›

    The real world butterbeer is essentially a mulled beer and would be heated as part of the process. In essence the resulting drink can be as alcoholic as you want it to down to a resulting 5% of the original alcohol content.

    Is butterbeer meant to be hot? ›

    True fans of the series will probably agree that Butterbeer™ served hot is the most authentic way to enjoy this beverage. The drink is served in either a paper cup or in a collectible plastic mug. It's like drinking a butterscotch flavored hot chocolate. There is also a thick, flavored foam that tops off this drink.

    What does Slughorn call Ron? ›

    Horace Slughorn calls Ron Weasley 'Ralph' first when he makes him an antidote for the love potion he accidentally injested on his birthday. He then later refers to Ron as 'Rupert' after Aragog's burial, when telling Harry Potter that he tested all his bottles of wine for poison: …'I had a house elf t…

    Why did Harry stand up when Ginny entered? ›

    It's actually considered good manners for a gentleman to rise if a lady enters the room. Only once she is seated may the gentlemen then sit.

    What is Butterbeer according to JK Rowling? ›

    Just as Rowling imagined, there's more flavor here than sugar, or at least that's how it drinks — essentially, you're getting a butterscotch cream soda with a float of something like toasted marshmallow crème; there's no escaping the inevitable foam mustache, and while you can try, you'll never outdrink the head.

    What are the three types of Butterbeer? ›

    The Three Broomsticks (in Hogsmeade) and The Leaky Cauldron (in Diagon Alley): Cold Butterbeer. Frozen Butterbeer. Hot Butterbeer.

    What is the Butterbeer at Universal Studios made of? ›

    The Universal Studios Orlando's butterbeer recipe is still top secret, but according to the books, it is made out of butterscotch, sugar, and water.

    Is Hagrid a drunk? ›

    Both Rubeus Hagrid and Mundungus Fletcher were fond of alcoholic beverages, though the former seemed generally more able to handle them responsibly than the latter, as Fletcher was often known to smell of stale drink, though this also likely had some influence from Hagrid's knowledge that he was far more dangerous when ...

    Is Hermione drunk in Half Blood Prince? ›

    After drinking at the bar, Hermoine is shown to be tipsy, putting her arms around her male companions. Some criticized the film for portraying alcohol use as a way to deal with stress and sorrow.

    What is Hagrid's favorite drink? ›

    On a recent wintry Saturday, while reminiscing about the recently departed Robbie Coltrane, we decided to honor his character and make a big, burly boozy butterbeer recipe (it's vegan!).

    Is hot or cold butterbeer better? ›

    Cold Butterbeer reminds me of a cream soda with shortbread and butterscotch flavors. It comes topped off with a thick layer of whipped cream. Tad and Lily often compete to see who has the best foam mustache. If this is your first Butterbeer, I'd recommend the cold version.

    Is there alcoholic version of Butterbeer? ›

    Alcoholic butterbeer is a sweet and fizzy adult beverage, created with inspiration from the classic movie, Harry Potter! It's fun, festive, and perfect for those who like the butterscotch flavors! This drink is a great fall and winter recipe to keep on hand.

    Do you have to pay to get into Harry Potter NYC? ›

    All guests ages 3 and up require a ticket for entry. Children ages 2 and under are free to visit, and do not need a ticket. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all time. Due to restrictions within the venue, strollers are not permitted inside the Exhibition.

    Does JK Rowling get money from butterbeer? ›

    Royalty Payments

    Every time you purchase a Butterbeer, licensed product, on-ride photograph, or even a bottle of Gillywater from one of the Wizarding World lands at a Universal Park around the world, a percentage of that sale will go directly to the rights holders (Warner Bros. and J.K. Rowling).

    Is butterbeer in Harry Potter supposed to be alcoholic? ›

    The name of the fictional drink implies that there is beer (or some sort of alcohol hiding inside) that kids shouldn't indulge in. Good news, though! There is no alcohol inside butterbeer. It is packed with sugar instead!

    Was butterbeer real before Harry Potter? ›

    This is a reality. But its origin dates back much further than J.K. Rowling's films. Butterbeer, or “Buttered beere” as it was described in 1594, has existed for many centuries. At the time of the Tudors, beer was already a typical and commonly consumed drink.

    Is butterbeer at Harry Potter Studios alcoholic? ›

    Butterbeer is a non-alcoholic beverage reminiscent of shortbread and butterscotch and is suitable for those with gluten, wheat, and nut allergies. The unique blend of top-secret ingredients makes for a special and refreshing drink evocative of the beverage found in the Wizarding World.

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