Buttered Beer Butterscotch Spiced (Print Version)
Rich, creamy butterscotch drink blended with warm spices and a touch of vanilla for cozy sipping.
# What You'll Need:
→ Butterscotch Base
01 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Drink
06 - 3 cups whole milk
07 - 1 cup cream soda
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Topping (optional)
10 - Whipped cream
11 - Butterscotch sauce or caramel drizzle
# Steps to Follow:
01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Incorporate packed light brown sugar and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbling and aromatic.
02 - Pour in heavy cream and salt, stirring until mixture is smooth and fully combined. Remove saucepan from heat and integrate vanilla extract.
03 - Return saucepan to low heat. Add whole milk, cream soda, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Whisk continuously until mixture is hot and steaming, ensuring it does not reach a boil (approximately 5 to 7 minutes).
04 - Taste and modify sweetness or spice according to preference.
05 - Pour steaming drink into mugs. Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of butterscotch or caramel sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Perfect for chilly nights and festive gatherings
- Uses familiar ingredients you probably have in your kitchen
- Smooth and rich with real butterscotch flavor not artificial syrups
- Easy to make in twenty minutes from start to finish
02 -
- High in comforting flavors, perfect for family movie nights
- Vegetarian friendly and easy to adapt for allergies
- A showstopper at themed parties or holiday gatherings
03 -
- For the silkiest texture, do not let the milk mixture boil. Warm it gently and stir often
- Use high-quality vanilla extract for best flavor payoff
- Grate nutmeg fresh right before stirring in for an aromatic upgrade