2023 Complete Guide to Butterbeer in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal — Miss Wizarding World (2024)

Did you even go to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter if you didn't have copious amounts of Butterbeer?? 
Universal Orlando offers Butterbeer in 6 different forms! Each type of Butterbeer offers unique experience. 
Although Butterbeer is without a doubt the most popular treat, it's a supersweet and sugary snack that isn't for everyone. I suggest trying all 6 though, because you never know what you’ll like best.
Here’s everything you need to know about Butterbeer in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

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Types of Butterbeer at Universal

  • Frozen Butterbeer
  • Cold Regular Butterbeer
  • Hot Butterbeer
  • Butterbeer ice cream
  • Butterbeer potted cream
  • Butterbeer fudge

Cold Butterbeer

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Cold Butter tastes a lot like cream soda, butterscotch and shortbread flavors. It comes topped off with a thick layer of whipped cream. Tad and Lily often compete to see who has the best foam mustache. I

Where to find it:

  • In Diagon Alley: The Leaky Cauldron, The Fountain of Fair Fortune and The Hopping Pot. 
  • In Hogsmeade: The Three Broomsticks, Hog’s Head and 2 outdoor Butterbeer carts.

Frozen Butterbeer

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My favorite type of Butterbeer! Frozen Butterbeer is a slushy version of the iconic drink. Hands down the most refreshing option on a hot Florida day.The slush helps cut down on the sweetness level.

Where to find it:

  • In Diagon Alley: The Leaky Cauldron, The Fountain of Fair Fortune and The Hopping Pot. 
  • In Hogsmeade: The Three Broomsticks, Hog’s Head and 2 outdoor Butterbeer carts.

Hot Butterbeer

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Hot Butterbeer is a Potterhead favorite, and is now offered year-round at both Universal Orlando, and Universal Studios Hollywood 
Hot Butterbeer reminds me of a butterscotch latte. Super creamy, and has a similar consistency to hot chocolate. Out of the 3 drink forms of Butterbeer, I find the Hot to be the sweetest. 

Where to find it:

  • In Diagon Alley: The Leaky Cauldron and The Hopping Pot.
  • In Hogsmeade: The Three Broomsticks Hog's Head Pub.

Pro Tip: Since Hot comes in a coffee cup, save the sleeve as a fun WWoHp souvenir to display at home!

Butterbeer Ice Cream

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 Butterbeer ice cream is cold, creamy and delicious! You can get Butterbeer ice cream in 2 forms. Soft Serve and hard packed. Both have a creamy vanilla base with butterscotch swirls. You can order them it in a cone or a souvenir cup. Don’t be afraid to try the other flavors at Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour!

Where to find it:

  • In Diagon Alley: Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour and The Hopping Pot
  • In Hogsmeade: The Three Broomsticks

Butterbeer Fudge

If you're a fudge lover, you won't want to miss this one. Butterbeer fudge has two distinct layers. One that’s reminiscent of shortbread and butterscotch. The other layer has a creamy marshmallow-ness taste. It's very, very sweet making it easily shareable. 
Butterbeer fudge is also the cheapest form of Butterbeer.

Where to find it:

  • In Diagon Alley: Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop 
  • In Hogsmeade: Honeydukes 

Potted Cream

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Potted Butterbeer is by far my least favorite. Think along the lines of Butterbeer pudding + creamy custard. It's not very memorable, but it's less overwhelmingly sweet than the Butterbeer drinks. 
It comes in a small, chilled mason jar, topped off with a dollop of whipped cream. Sadly, you don't get to keep the jar.
If you’re a texture person, you may struggle with this one. I always feel like it needs some sort of crunch to it.

Where to find it:

  • In Diagon Alley:The Leaky Cauldron 
  • In Hogsmeade: The Three Broomsticks

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Ranking Butterbeer The Sweetest to Least Sweet

  1. Butterbeer fudge
  2. Hot Butterbeer
  3. Cold Butterbeer
  4. Frozen Butterbeer
  5. Butterbeer ice cream
  6. Butterbeer potted cream

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Butterbeer Broken Down by Dinning Location

Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlor, Diagon Alley

  • Butterbeer ice cream

The Fountain of Fair Fortune, Diagon Alley

  • Regular Butterbeer
  • Frozen Butterbeer
  • Butterbeer ice cream

The Hopping Pot, Diagon Alley

  • Regular Butterbeer
  • Frozen Butterbeer
  • Hot Butterbeer
  • Butterbeer ice cream

The Leaky Cauldron, Diagon Alley

  • Regular Butterbeer
  • Frozen Butterbeer
  • Hot Butterbeer
  • Butterbeer ice cream
  • Butterbeer potted cream

The Three Broomsticks, Hogsmeade

  • Regular Butterbeer
  • Frozen Butterbeer
  • Hot Butterbeer
  • Butterbeer ice cream
  • Butterbeer potted cream

The Hog’s Head Pub, Hogsmeade

  • Regular Butterbeer
  • Frozen Butterbeer
  • Hot Butterbeer (Year-round)

Honeydukes + Sugarplum’s Sweet Shop

  • Butterbeer fudge

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How Much Does Butterbeer Cost at Universal Orlando

  • Cold Butterbeer – $7.99
  • Frozen Butterbeer – $7.99
  • Hot Butterbeer – $7.99
  • Butterbeer ice cream – $5.99
  • Butterbeer potted cream – $5.79
  • Butterbeer fudge – $4.95

WWoHP Souvenir Idea

 The reusable Butterbeer mugs or a souvenir ice cream cup from Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream Parlour make for memorable souvenirs you can use or display at home.

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