Apparently, "butter beer" is a creation from the Harry Potter world. Having never been much of a fan, I've no insights to offer as to any authenticity to descriptions from the text. The actual beverage was, it seems, created after the fact...so Universal Studios would have something to sell along side their theme park attractions. Probably a smart move on their part; I understand they sell both hot and cold versions. I've only tried this cold. I have no idea how 'butter beer' is described in the fantasy novels, or how it is 'supposed' to taste. But this is a flavorful butterscotch soda...perfect for crisp, sunny, fall days where the blue skies and sunshine are still lingering from summer, but the season is inviting rich, warm, buttery flavors.
Ingredients
1 C brown sugar
1 C heavy cream, cold
1 T powdered sugar
3 T butterscotch sauce
pinch salt
½ t butter extract
¼ t vanilla extract
6 C club soda
Directions
Mix brown sugar in small saucepan with
½ C water; bring to low bowl and simmer to dissolve sugar. Refrigerate until cold.
Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar to soft peaks. Fold in butterscotch sauce and salt; beat to medium-stiff peaks.
Add extracts to chilled brown sugar water.
To serve, pour ¼ C brown sugar mixture into glass; add 1 C club soda and top with whipped butterscotch cream
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