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May 12, 2016 By Tina Dawson 34 Comments

5-Ingredient Non-Alcoholic Butterbeer

Bring a little magic to your muggle kitchens with this 5 ingredient Non-Alcoholic Butterbeer. Almost as good as the ‘real deal’.
Bring a little magic to your muggle kitchens with this 5 ingredient Non-Alcoholic Butterbeer. Almost as good as the 'real deal'.

Every Harry Potter fan knows what Butterbeer is. But if you’re a muggle and have no idea what it is, here’s a quick lesson for you:

Butterbeer-101

Butterbeer is the most popular beverage in the Wizarding world. It’s sold all over the wizarding world either hot or cold as the weather permits. The author has described it as tasting like butterscotch, but less sickly-sweet.

Butterbeer has a very small alcoholic content – low enough that underage kids can also drink it, and high enough to get house elves drunk. But don’t worry, the elves make themselves a kick-ass hangover cure for Butterbeer.

For a long time, we wondered what this magical drink would taste like. We need not wonder any more. All we need to do, is get to Orlando’s Universal Studios. The Harry Potter World at the park serves Butterbeer, both hot and cold. But since the park caters to patrons of all ages, you can get an alcoholic version for the grown-ups and a non-alcoholic version for the little elves in the family. And they both taste excellent!

Creation of Butterbeer

It is said that the Executive Chef of Universal Parks and Resorts began developing Butterbeer three years before the Wizarding World of Harry Potter opened at the park. He met with J.K.Rowling, toured places in Great Britain that inspired her to write about Butterbeer (including Hogs Head Pub in Edinburgh), and developed several versions of the drink. These drinks were then served to J.K.Rowling, who then picked the one that was the clear winner, which is what’s being served at the park today.

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 There are several Butterbeer recipes out there. And I tried a few highly rated ones with disappointing results.

This one here, is a clear winner. It’s simple and comes very close to tasting like the real deal. Sure, nothing is as good as the ones served at the Harry Potter world, but this one comes very, very close. I wish it was a little fizzier though, the one at the park maintained its intense fizziness till the last sip, but I’m sure that can be fixed by running them through a siphon.

For us home cooks without the fancy tools of a professional kitchen, this recipe is a compromise that’s easily made. And until the next trip the Universal Studios, this should do quite nicely!

Thanks to DesignDazzle for creating this simple, 5-Ingredient magical replica of the most coveted wizarding drink.
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 The best part of this recipe is the marshmallow creme frosting. It is so light that it floats on top of the drink no matter how many times you try and stir it in, and when you drink from it, it gives you a gorgeous cream mustache!

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 Note to readers in India

– Try Amazon.in for A&W vanilla cream soda. It is priced a little high, but it’s cheaper than flying to Orlando.
– You can make your own marshmallow creme from scratch using this recipe or buy it from Amazon India for a slightly higher price.
– You should find the butter and rum extracts + whipping cream in Waltax Road, Chennai. See my post on Chennai Baker’s Guide for more details.

This recipe makes quite a lot, so it’s best made for a large gathering. Make the topping in advance and refrigerate for up to a week. Mix the flavouring into the cream soda and refrigerate. When ready to use, assemble and serve immediately.

5-Ingredient Non-Alcoholic Butterbeer

Created by Tina Dawson on May 13, 2016

Non-alcoholic Butterbeer

  • Prep Time:5m
  • Total Time:5m
  • Serves: 10
  • Yield: 2 litres

Ingredients

  • 2 litres Vanilla Flavoured Cream Soda
  • 2 tbsp. butter extract
  • 2 tsp. rum extract

For the creme topping

  • 200 g (7oz) marshmallow creme
  • 1 c whipping cream
  • 1 tsp. rum extract

Instructions

  1. Pour the butter extract and rum extract into the 2 litre cream soda bottle. Gently roll back and forth on the counter a few times to disperse the flavours without agitating the gas. Chill until ready to use.
  2. To prepare the cream topping, combine the marshmallow cream, whipping cream and rum extract in a bowl. With an electric mixer, whisk on high till you get soft peaks.
  3. To serve, place a tablespoon of topping cream in the glass, and pour the soda over the cream for a frothier topping. Else, you can spoon the frosting over a cold glass of cream soda for a more creamier topping.
Source: DesignDazzle
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Bring a little magic to your muggle kitchens with this 5 ingredient Non-Alcoholic Butterbeer. Almost as good as the ‘real deal’ served at Harry Potter World

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Comments

  1. Jane says

    September 21, 2020 at 8:27 pm

    Since your adding the butter and Rum extracts why can’t you just use vanilla extract? much cheaper then what the vanilla cream soda costs. I don’t have a clue on how much to add but maybe someone else can give it a try and let us know, I’m not able to play with it right now maybe next week.

    Reply
  2. mycuppatea says

    July 18, 2020 at 12:25 am

    I absolutely love this recipe! Tasted exactly like the one I had in Harry Potter Studios! Definitely 5 stars. Thanks so much for helping me with this.

    Reply
  3. amanda says

    September 5, 2019 at 9:02 am

    boo that cream soda on amazon.ca is over $100 crazy and don’t think it is sold here in Canada. do you think clear cream soda with vanilla flavouring would work?

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      September 6, 2019 at 9:25 am

      I haven’t tried it myself, but why ever not! Give it a go! And yes, I’m with you, $100 is crazy to give to cream soda! It retails here for like a dollar or two.

      Reply
  4. Melinda Edwards says

    August 28, 2018 at 4:58 pm

    Can one make the cream up ahead of time or will it not hold?

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      August 29, 2018 at 10:36 am

      No it will hold. Keeps well refrigerated for upto a week, I think, so yes, you can make it in advance.

      Reply
  5. Jennie says

    April 15, 2018 at 1:00 pm

    Made this recipe for my son’s Hogwarts birthday party and it was perfect! We have been to Harry Potter World at Universal Studios and can vouch it tastes just like the real thing! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 18, 2018 at 2:57 pm

      That makes me SO happy, Jennie! Thank you for letting me know!

      Reply
  6. Krista says

    April 5, 2018 at 9:49 am

    What do you mean by siphon to keep the fizziness? I can’t wait to try this, but would like a more fizzy drink. The alcoholic one I had was flat and it just didn’t taste right. I need to go to Universal Studios!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 5, 2018 at 2:54 pm

      It will be fizzy as long as you don’t let out too much of the soda gas while mixing the flavors into the bottle. I’d say do that just before serving.

      Reply
  7. Caitlyn (the world's no.1 Harry Potter fan) ? says

    March 7, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    OMG this is the best recipe I ever saw. Thanks so much. I can’t wait until I get to make it. Oh, and I think the marshmallow fluff is a great substitute for the froth.

    Reply
  8. Kourtney says

    March 1, 2018 at 6:09 pm

    Hello! I’m hoping to make this for my daughter’s HP this weekend. I’ve never heard of butter extract. Can you tell me where you can get it?

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      March 1, 2018 at 6:34 pm

      If you are in the United states, you should find it in supermarkets like Kroger/Publix in the extracts section. I always get mine from Kroger.

      Reply
      • Caitlyn (the world's no.1 Harry Potter fan) ? says

        March 7, 2018 at 3:51 pm

        I’m in Australia. Were could I find it from here?

        Reply
        • Tina Dawson says

          March 8, 2018 at 9:58 am

          I’m afraid I can’t speak to what’s available in Australia! 🙂 What exactly are you looking for Caitlyn?

          Reply
        • AHarkins says

          September 21, 2018 at 4:13 pm

          Try Amazon. They have everything.

          Reply
  9. Heather says

    September 10, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    We loved the frozen version at the park. Any suggestions for obtaining that?

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      September 12, 2017 at 10:13 am

      I’ve never tried the frozen version, unfortunately, so have no background to work off of. But the next time I’m there, will definitely try and see if I can replicate it. Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    • Leamerking says

      November 18, 2017 at 10:50 pm

      freeze the cream soda, then put in a blender.

      Reply
  10. Pauline Domenico says

    September 3, 2017 at 11:49 pm

    Love this recipe, I’ve tried several and finally got a thumbs up from my grandchildren. I am going to omit the rhum extract from both the butterbeer and cream as it is quite overpowering. I tried to cut it in half on my second batch but it was still too strong. Must be an acquired taste…nevertheless, great recipe, thank you!!!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      September 5, 2017 at 9:32 am

      I can understand about the rum extract. My husband feels the same way about it. I’m glad you and your grand kids enjoyed them!

      Reply
  11. Jonathan McIntosh says

    August 2, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    I, um… well my cream topping fell apart. I think I over whipped it. Now it’s a gloppy mess… but I will try again!
    Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      August 3, 2017 at 9:46 am

      I’m so sorry to hear that – yes, it definitely sounds like over-whipping! Whip only till the marshmallow creme and whipping cream are combined – make sure they’re all cold! Good luck! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Tracy says

    April 24, 2017 at 11:13 am

    This is so fun – what a great idea! And yes, the best part DOES look like it’s that marshmallow creme frosting! What a great treat!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 24, 2017 at 11:50 am

      It absolutely is… I love that little marshmallow mustache we get while drinking this… no straws please! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Deanna says

    April 24, 2017 at 11:12 am

    oh my! Now this sounds so divine!!!!!!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 24, 2017 at 11:50 am

      You have no idea, Deanna!

      Reply
  14. Suzy says

    April 24, 2017 at 10:40 am

    OMG what a clever idea! thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 24, 2017 at 10:53 am

      No problem Suzy!

      Reply
  15. Lindsay Cotter says

    April 24, 2017 at 10:39 am

    Love this fun non-alcoholic version! So easy to make at home! Will be a big hit with kids!

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 24, 2017 at 10:53 am

      It absolutely will, Lindsay!

      Reply
  16. sandi G says

    April 24, 2017 at 10:02 am

    Oh my gosh this version looks delicious. My kids will love it.

    Reply
    • Tina Dawson says

      April 24, 2017 at 10:25 am

      As someone who’s more kid than adult, I can vouch for that, Sandi!:)

      Reply
  17. Suchi @elegant meraki says

    May 12, 2016 at 6:59 am

    Well you can tell that I am not a fan of Harry Porter but looks like I will be fan of wizard drinks. I am gonna send my brother this recipe he is huge fan!

    Reply

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