Refresh your palate with this simple Shandy recipe! This refreshing beverage is ideal for spring and is simply composed of beer and Lemonade.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 221
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lager Beer - cold
- 1 cup lemonade - sparkling or not, and cold
- Lemon wedge - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Pint Glass
- Measuring Cup
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your pint glass halfway with 1 cup Lager Beer.
- Add Lemonade: Pour 1 cup lemonade into the glass until it's complete.
- Stir Gently: Give it a gentle stir to mix the beer and Lemonade.
- Garnish: Add a lemon slice to the rim of the glass for garnish (optional).
Notes
Substitutes:
- Lager Beer: If you don't have a lager, you can use any light beer or ale. I've even used a wheat beer for a different flavor profile. Feel free to experiment with any kind of beer you like! Cider can also be a great option for a refreshing, fruitier Shandy.
- Lemonade: No lemonade? No problem! You can make a quick, homemade version with fresh lemon juice, water, and sugar. Alternatively, use a citrus soda like Sprite or 7-Up for a fizzy, slightly sweeter twist.
Making a Pitcher of Shandy:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, you'll need 8 cups of cold lager (approx. 2 liters) and 8 cups of cold Lemonade.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the beer and Lemonade. Stir gently.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into pint glasses, garnish with a lemon wedge, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Beer Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic beer; plenty of good options are on the market.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic beer instead of regular beer, follow the original steps, and enjoy your non-alcoholic Shandy.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Your Beer: Most beers are vegan, but some use animal products in the brewing process. Check the brand's website or a resource like Barnivore to ensure your beer is vegan.
- Check Your Lemonade: Similarly, ensure your Lemonade is vegan. Some brands use honey as a sweetener, which isn't vegan. If you're making homemade Lemonade, use sugar or a vegan-friendly sweetener.
- Proceed As Usual: After confirming your vegan ingredients, follow the original steps to enjoy your vegan Shandy.
What is a Shandy?
A Shandy is a beer-based drink made of equal parts lager and Lemonade. It’s easy to make, as it only requires mixing these two ingredients in their appropriate proportions.
What is a Shandy made of – The ingredients
Here’s what goes into making a Shandy:
- Lager Beer: The primary ingredient, it provides the base for the Shandy. It contributes to the overall flavor and alcohol content of the drink.
- Lemonade: This adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the Shandy, balancing out the bitterness of the beer. It also gives the drink its refreshing quality.
- Lemon Wedge (Optional): Used as a garnish, it enhances the drink’s visual appeal and adds a hint of extra citrus flavor when squeezed into the Shandy.
