- What beer should I use?
- Preferably a light, neutral-tasting lager or pilsner. The taste of bitter IPAs or dark beers might clash with the acidity of the lemon.
Citrus shandy (Radler)
Also known as Radler, the story goes that a Bavarian innkeeper invented it when he was running low on beer and diluted it with lemonade for cycling guests. The trick lies in density and carbonation management: the two liquids must mix so the drink remains refreshingly sparkling but doesn't overflow the glass with foam.
Ingredients
250
ml
Light beer (Lager, cold)
50
ml
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
200
ml
Sparkling lemonade (cold)
1
Lemon slice (for garnish)
4
Ice cubes
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Equipment Needed
- Highball beer glass (stein or pint glass)
- Bar spoon or long-handled spoon
Allergen Information
Gluten (Beer)
Instructions
1
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Put ice in the glass, then pour over the lemon juice and the sparkling lemonade.
Tip: The ice not only cools but also provides a surface for the bubbles. If the ingredients are very cold, the carbon dioxide (CO2) escapes the drink less easily.
2
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Tilt the glass at a 45-degree angle, and slowly pour the beer down the inside wall of the glass.
Tip: With this technique, you reduce turbulence and impact, so less gas is released suddenly, meaning no huge, unmanageable foam forms.
3
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With a long spoon, lift the drink from the bottom up with a single decisive movement.
Tip: Don't stir wildly round and round, as you'll knock the bubbles out. Due to density differences, the layers mix nicely with just one lift.
4
✓
Place the lemon slice on the rim of the glass and serve immediately.
Tip: The essential oils from the lemon peel reach your nose while drinking, intensifying the sensation of freshness.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 250 ml Light beer (Lager, cold)
- 50 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 200 ml Sparkling lemonade (cold)
- 1 Lemon slice (for garnish)
- 4 Ice cubes