To honor the first weekend of the new Harry Potter movie - Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince - I thought I would share a summertime version of Butterbeer. If you've never heard of Butterbeer, chances are you're not really a Harry Potter fan. Butterbeer is a fictional drink that has appeared in all the Harry Potter movies. It is usually served in the village of Hogsmead to both the wizards and house elves. While it "warms" the wizards, the house elves have been know to get quite inebriated!! This recipe is a cool, summertime Butterbeer, with no alcohol, if you want a more adult friendly version, try butterscotch snaps!!
Summertime Butterbeer
This recipe is per individual serving.
8 oz ginger ale or cream soda (we like cream soda)
2-3 T butterscotch syrup
Mix in a tall glass and serve over ice.
If you are in the mood for a hot and frothy Butterbeer, give this one a try.
Hot, Frothy Butterbeer
2 1/2 cups of milk
2 T brown sugar
1 t vanilla
1 teaspoon butter
Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the rest of the ingredient. Blend with a small hand mixer to make it frothy. Bring the mixture to almost boiling. Pour into mugs and serve.
If you are considering a Harry Potter themed party anytime in the near future, head on over to Madam Rosmerta's site. She has recipes for melon brains, chocolate covered frogs, and mini dino eggs!! Enjoy!!***Tomorrow's Post: My Girl Paula! Gorilla Bread***
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I'm not a HP fan, but I have heard of Butterbeer. I think Sandra Lee featured it on her show once. It sounds yummy though and I'll have to try it :) Thanks for the post :)
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