Meyer Lemon Shandies

Mix up a batch of seasonal Meyer Lemon Shandies for your guests as you watch the Big Game! This twist on a classic Shandy celebrates winter citrus. First, make a tart Meyer Lemonade that will serve as the base for this cocktail. When the lemonade has chilled, pour in a fruity wheat beer. Garnish with a slice of Meyer lemon, and enjoy. These Shandies make a delightfully tart tailgating drink, as well as a simple sipper for any winter get-together.

Meyer lemons are all the rage right now… and I am in love.

When my in-laws came to visit us for New Year’s, they came bearing gifts. Specifically, gifts of locally grown Meyer lemons and Satsuma oranges from South Louisiana.

I literally have a drawer full of this goodness in my fridge, and when I was contemplating what to bring to the final Foodie Football Fans collaboration, I knew I wanted it to incorporate this beautiful winter citrus.

Instead of making an appetizer or an entrée, I wanted to bring a cocktail to the table.

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And what better way to do that than juice some Meyer lemons, make a quick lemonade, and then pour your favorite local beer on top?

Oh, you want to know my favorite local beer?

Let me introduce y’all to Revolver Blood & Honey. And before you ask, no, they’re not paying me for this shout-out.

I discovered Blood & Honey a few years back, and it’s my go-to beer. It’s brewed just south of Ft. Worth, and the wheat ale is finished with Blood Orange zest and local honey. It’s naturally sweet without being cloyingly so, and it’s an easy beer to drink for any occasion.

However, since we’re talkin’ Football Food and drinks today, I’m using it in Shandies. Because beer makes for a great mixed drink.

These Meyer Lemon Shandies are delightfully tart. However, if you’re not into tartness, you can make your lemonade sweeter. Easy peasy, y’all. (Follow the instructions on my recipe. I talk about this in the notes.)

Then you add the beer, and voila! Meyer Lemon Shandy goodness for all!

And the best part about this is you can mix up a bunch of the Meyer Lemonade before your party, then let guests pour themselves lemonade and top it with their beer of choice. (However, I recommend having this Blood & Honey or another fruity wheat beer on hand to pair with the tart lemon flavor.)

Erin’s Recommended Tools/Products for Meyer Lemon Shandies

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• Essentials: Citrus juicer. Fine mesh strainer.

Now who’s ready to mix up a batch of these beauties in anticipation of the Big Game?

And who’s ready for more football food? Be sure to check out my friends’ links beneath my recipe!