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Warm Butterbeer

A rich, comforting drink that tastes like caramel and vanilla, perfect for cozy evenings. This creamy, buttery beverage is ready in under 10 minutes and rivals anything you'd find at a theme park or specialty café.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Fantasy-Inspired
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons butterscotch syrup
  • 2 tablespoons cream soda or butterscotch-flavored soda
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon butterscotch extract for extra depth optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Two mugs
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Milk frother (optional)

Method
 

  1. Pour 2 cups of whole milk into a medium saucepan and set it over medium heat.
  2. Add 3 tablespoons of butterscotch syrup to the milk and whisk gently to combine evenly.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the mixture and continue stirring until it melts completely.
  4. Heat the mixture until it's steaming and small bubbles form around the edges, but do not bring it to a rolling boil, approximately 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  6. Divide the warm mixture between two mugs, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Pour 1 tablespoon of cream soda into each mug and stir gently to combine.
  8. Generously top each mug with whipped cream and serve immediately.

Notes

Use real butterscotch syrup rather than generic caramel syrup for best flavor. Don't skip the salt as it prevents the drink from tasting overly sweet. Serve immediately for the best temperature contrast between the warm drink and cold whipped cream. The butterscotch base (without whipped cream) can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming, about 5 minutes, and add fresh whipped cream and cream soda before serving.