Sip on Shandy this Summer - Archived - May No Longer Be Relevant
It can be a cruel, cruel summer in da Burgh’ causing thirsts to run rampant. While we all like a good hoppy IPA, something refreshingly light sounds a bit more appealing on those sweltering days. What cold refresher do you turn to? How about a Shandy!
” The word “Shandy” comes from the old British name “shandy gaff,” a drink that was first mentioned in the 1850s relating to beer mixed with ginger ale. These days a Shandy is a refreshing blond lager (usually Pils or Helles) blended (50/50ish) with lemonade or lemon-lime soda. However, some encompass ginger ale, ginger beer, apple, grapefruit or orange juice. ” – eater.com
You can make a homemade Shandy or… leave it to the pros. Sip on some of our favorites this summer!
Curious Traveler
Brewery: The Traveler Beer Company
Curious Traveler is a take on a classic European Shandy that has been brewed for generations. They started with an American craft wheat ale, which delivers a crisp, light body. Then they add fresh lemon and just a touch of lime to bring out a bright, juicy citrus aroma and flavor. Simply, the Curious Traveler is “Quite a Refresher!”
UFO Big Squeeze Shandy
Brewery: Harpoon Brewery
When Harpoon Brewery first started thinking of a UFO summer seasonal, they knew they had their work cut out for them. They loaded up the vans for the beach and spent days “researching” every combination of fresh fruit juice and beer they could think of until they discovered a combination that made our decision easy. Sweet with a hint of tartness, UFO Big Squeeze Shandy is perfect for all of your summer adventures!
Samuel Adams Porch Rocker Radler
Brewery: Boston Beer Company
Tart & refreshing, this unique summer quencher is our twist on the Bavarian Radler, named for cyclists that originated this drink. Traditionally a mixture of beer and lemonade, for their take they combined the crispness of a golden Helles lager with a blend of lemons to create a fresh squeezed tangy taste perfect for the long yet fleeting days of summer.
Grapefruit Traveler
Brewery: The Traveler Beer Company
Traveler Grapefruit Shandy is a deceptively delicious wheat beer made with real grapefruit. It delivers a bright and satisfying citrus aroma and flavor, then quickly disappears, leaving you searching for another.
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