A couple weekends ago at the beach Jonah came home with two six packs of this:
I had no clue what it was and I’d never heard of it. But, in honor of DC Beer Week, I thought I’d share this summer-only gem of a find with you.
It’s a wheat blend beer with natural lemon flavor in it. It’s a hefeweizen mixed with lemonade. It’s a beer Arnold Palmer. It’s Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy.
And with a name like that, how can you resist. Ladies, indulge…it’s only 130 calories and zero fat. Guys, get your koozie. I realize Summer Shandy isn’t necessarily the most masculine name in the world.
Enjoy! But enjoy soon – distribution stops at the end of August!
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Hmm… I had a tough time with this beer. I couldn’t get past the Lemon Pledge/Murphy’s Oil Soap smell. I have no problem with a Shandy. They’re delicious when done right. I haven’t made one since at least last summer, but I remember it being pretty tasty. Half Paul Newman’s Lemonade/Half Pilsner Urquel. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
Cheers!
G-LO
Sounds delish! Will have to try around with the combo some more.
that sounds refreshing. Would it be a crime to ask for hotter weather to enjoy that drink?
Yes, Evan. It would be a crime. Why would you wish that upon us!?!
Ok, I really want to try this. Do you know where you can get it in DC?
Not sure – but we can find out!
Been drinking Leine’s for 20 years. You can get the “seasonals” at just about any beer store. The year rounds are tough. I get them carried from WI. Just finished my last original saturday.