Merlin's Beard! Wizarding Treats that Always Amuse

The Wizarding World is chock-full of treats and snacks that are sure to both bemuse and beguile the taste-buds.

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The magic of J.K. Rowling's wizarding world has been consumed and marveled since the late 90's when the first book of the series was released. Since then the franchise has only grown resulting in the release of movie adaptations of the books, video games on various consoles, merchandise, and the themed land created by the Universal Creative team at the 'Universal Orlando Resort' and 'Universal Studios Hollywood'.

With the franchise securing its dominant spot in pop-culture, the creation of magical treats and sweets based on the fictional versions proved successful. When the theme park lands opened, more and more treats were created to immerse and satisfy the park visitors and franchise fans.

This article will provide a run down of 5 of our favourite treats and drinks from the Universal Orlando Resort and where to find them in the parks.

5. Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Beans - Honeydukes (Islands of Adventure)

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These weird and wacky treats can either satisfy or disgust your taste buds! With a wide array of flavours, from sweet vanilla to bogey flavour, these treats are definitely more of a novelty than an everyday sweet-treat. But you have to try them at least once, or even better use them to play a practical joke on your friends!

4. Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream - Diagon Alley (Universal Studios Florida)

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This shop is a must-try on any visit to the Wizarding World. With a large array of flavours there is sure to be a delicious favourite for every member of your party. Personally, we love the Butterbeer flavour the most. The rich buttery tones of the ice-cream mixed with the sweet creamy texture is absolute perfection, and the crunch of the waffle cone brings it all together nicely. 

3. Chocolate Frogs - Honeydukes (Islands of Adventure)

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Much like the 'Every Flavour Beans' this chocolatey treat also has an essence of being a novelty, but a lot more enjoyable to actually consume. This treat is a chunk of milk chocolate shaped as a frog and comes with a Wizarding Card, which has a portrait and information of a famous witch or wizard from the Wizarding World franchise. The cards used to only portray the Hogwarts founders and Albus Dumbledore, but in recent years the cards have been expanded to contain hundreds of different characters. These treats can be rather pricey, particularly if you are hoping to collect all of the wizarding cards as the character you receive is always random.

2. Butterbeer - Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade (Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure)

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This beverage is an iconic part of the Wizarding World franchise and can be enjoyed in 3 forms; hot, cold, or frozen. When under the scorching sun of Orlando, frozen or cold would be the best options in our opinion. Much like the butterbeer ice-cream, this drink has a smooth butterscotch flavour with a slight fizz and topped with whipped cream. It is difficult to compare this drink to anything else and its unique flavour and textures have secured its spot as a fan-favourite and a must-try for all park guests. We cannot recommend this drink enough and it is sure to hit the right spot when those temperatures soar into the high 20's and 30's.

1. Sticky Toffee Pudding - The Three Broomsticks and The Leaky Cauldron (Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida)

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It is difficult to find a well-done quintessentially British dish anywhere in the U.S.A., but Universal Studios has perfected the Sticky Toffee Pudding. The level of dedication and detail in creating the Wizarding World and ensuring its British roots are respected is commendable, even when it comes down to smaller factors like the food and drink. The sticky toffee pudding is moist, sweet, and filling and is our top pick for must-try foods when you visit the parks. The dessert is available in both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, but we recommend trying the IoA version if possible due to the Three Broomsticks having a shaded outdoor seating section that overlooks the lagoon. The ambience of the area along with the food creates an idyllic atmosphere to sit and relax and take in the surroundings.

What do you think?

Do you personally enjoy the Wizarding World franchise, and have you been to any of the Wizarding World experiences across the globe? Some of these treats are available at other experiences, such as the butterbeer ice cream, every-flavour beans, butterbeer, and chocolate frogs being available for purchase at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in London.