Butterbeer is a fictional beverage from the Harry Potter series that has become popular in real life. It is described as tasting "a little bit like less-sickly butterscotch". There are many recipes available online to make your own butterbeer at home, both with and without alcohol. Some common ingredients include cream soda, butterscotch or caramel syrup, butter extract, and heavy whipping cream for a whipped cream topping. The recipes vary in complexity, but most are easy to make and can be enjoyed by all ages.