As the next to last installment of the beloved series hit theaters this weekend, its undeniable the impact it has had on our culture and the world. (While Lady Gaga may be cool, I’m leaning towards the Six Degrees of Harry Potter course taught at St. Catherine College.) So to get you into the spirit, as if you’re not already, here are some things you can do to add a little magic to your life.
Drink beer
Preferably one that has the word “Butter” in front of it, but if you can’t find one I’m sure a Guinness would suffice. (See recipe below)
Buy a broom
And no I don’t mean a Swiffer. Go right ahead and splurge for that Nimbus 2000. You know you want to.
Get an owl
Admit it, you think Hedwig is cute. Show your appreciation by buying a stuffed animal rather than a real one. (Your roommates will thank you.)
If you really want to go all out, try your hand at some real Butter Beer.
1 litre cream soda
2-3 tbsp butter
2-3 tbsp brown sugar
200ml single cream
4 or 5 Werther's Originals
2-3 tbsp butter
2-3 tbsp brown sugar
200ml single cream
4 or 5 Werther's Originals
- Put the cream soda in a pan to boil.
- Melt the butter and sugar together until the sugar has dissolved.
- Pour the butter and sugar mixture into the pan of boiling cream soda (make sure the soda is boiling, or the butter and sugar will solidify).
- Add the cream.
- Add the Werther's Originals and stir continuously until they melt.
- Serve hot.
- You can also add a couple of shots of Butterscotch Schnapps for that extra kick!
This recipe can also be found here.
