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Harry Potter might need a pit stop at Cinnabon before heading to Platform 9 3/4.
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the release of the movie “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” cinnamon roll chain Cinnabon will be releasing two new Butterbeer-flavored products in May. Butterbeer, a popular drink from the Harry Potter series, is inspired by butterscotch.
The Cinnabon treat comes amidst hype for HBO’s new TV show “Harry Potter,” which airs on Christmas Day. The first season, a new adaptation of JK Rowling’s popular book series, will consist of 10 episodes. Dominic McLaughlin will play Harry Potter, a role long held by Daniel Radcliffe, who played the wizard in the eight original films.
Would you like to have a taste? Here’s what you need to know about Cinnabon’s Harry Potter-inspired menu items.
What is Cinnabon’s Butterbeer Special?
According to a news release, Cinnabon will introduce Butterbeer-flavored cinnamon rolls (the classic roll with Butterbeer-flavored frosting that comes in Harry Potter packaging) and Butterbeer-flavored chirattas, a blended drink made with Butterbeer and vanilla flavors.
When will Cinnabon’s Butterbeer Collection be released?
Butterbeer-flavored cinnamon rolls and chirattas will be available at participating locations from May 4 to May 17, according to a release.
Cinnabon offers $2 off coupon to first 934 Rewards members
On May 4th, the first 934 Cinnabon Rewards members to enter promo code “Platform934” in the Cinnabon mobile app will receive $2 off one Butterbeer Cinnamon Roll.
Cinnabon will also give away a limited edition “Harry Potter” and Cinnabon T-shirt to the first 50 Rewards members who visit Cinnabon’s Butterbeer Sweepstakes website on May 4th. Ten of these Rewards members will also be eligible for one year of free Classic Rolls, or 52 weeks worth of one cinnamon roll, according to the release.
Greta Cross is USA TODAY’s national trends reporter. Story ideas? Email her at gcross@usatoday.com.
