Shandy
Equal parts cold lager and lemonade in a tall glass. The pub-garden thirst-quencher. Two minutes.
Method
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Chill the glass, the lager and the lemonade.
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Tilt the glass and pour in the lager to about halfway.
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Top slowly with the lemonade so the head does not foam over.
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Taste and adjust: for a stronger shandy pour two parts lager to one lemonade, and for a lighter one the reverse.
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Add a few ice cubes if you like and finish with the lemon slice.
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Drink straight away, while the bubbles are lively.
Chef’s Tips
- Have everything cold. A warm shandy is flat.
- Pour the lager first, at an angle, then the lemonade.
- Vary the ratio to taste. Some prefer two parts lager to one lemonade.
Pairing Suggestions
- A ploughman's lunch
- Scampi and chips
- A pub garden
Storage & Reheating
Best drunk at once. It cannot be stored.
Common questions
How long does Shandy take to make?
About 2 minutes in total — 2 minutes of preparation and of cooking. The recipe serves 1.
What are the key tips for making Shandy?
Have everything cold. A warm shandy is flat. Pour the lager first, at an angle, then the lemonade. Vary the ratio to taste. Some prefer two parts lager to one lemonade.
What should I serve with Shandy?
A ploughman's lunch; Scampi and chips; A pub garden.
How should Shandy be stored?
Best drunk at once. It cannot be stored.
Is Shandy suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is low-carb and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Shandy?
About 95 kcal per serving, with 0 g protein, 14 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Nutritional Highlights
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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