Butterbeer in the Harry Potter universe is non-alcoholic (though drinking too much will get a house elf drunk), so this version can be drunk by children or adults.
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 2
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13 oz Ginger Beer
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1/4 tsp Nutmeg (Ground)
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1 pinch Cloves, Ground
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2 large egg yolk
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1 tsp Caster Sugar
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3/4 oz unsalted butter
DIRECTIONS
1
Pour the ginger beer into a small saucepan, and add the nutmeg and cloves. Bring to a simmer.
2
Whisk the egg yolks and sugar together, and slowly pour the ginger beer over it. Pour back into the saucepan and whisk for a couple of minutes until thickened.
3
Turn off the heat, add the butter, and whisk vigorously until frothy. Serve immediately.