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Refreshing Beer Shandy Recipe with Fresh Lemon and Honey

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A simple and refreshing beer shandy made with fresh lemon juice and raw honey, perfect for warm weather and casual gatherings. This easy homemade guide delivers a balanced blend of tartness, sweetness, and fizz.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium fresh lemons (about 1/2 cup or 120 ml fresh lemon juice)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons (30–45 ml) raw honey
  • 12 ounces (355 ml) cold light lager or wheat beer (pilsner or Belgian witbier recommended)
  • Ice cubes (optional)
  • Fresh lemon slices or wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the lemons in half and use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer no pulp. This should take about 5 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl or pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and 2 to 3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) of raw honey. Stir vigorously until the honey dissolves completely into the lemon juice. If the honey is stubborn, warm it slightly in the microwave for 10 seconds to help it blend faster.
  3. Fill your serving glass with ice cubes to chill it while you prepare the rest. This step prevents the shandy from warming too quickly.
  4. Drain the ice cubes if you prefer less dilution, then pour the lemon and honey mixture into the glass. Adjust sweetness here if desired by adding a bit more honey.
  5. Slowly pour 12 ounces (355 ml) of your chosen cold beer over the lemon-honey base. Pour gently to preserve carbonation and keep the fizzy texture lively. A foamy head about one to two fingers high should form on top.
  6. Add a fresh lemon slice or wedge on the rim of the glass for garnish and extra citrus aroma. Serve immediately to enjoy at its fizziest and freshest.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and brightness. Warm honey slightly if it is difficult to dissolve. Pour beer slowly to preserve carbonation and avoid excessive foaming. Serve immediately for best fizz and freshness. For gluten-free option, use gluten-free beer. Variations include adding muddled mint, cinnamon, ginger powder, or substituting beer with sparkling water for a non-alcoholic version.

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