In case things were getting a little too fancy around here, I thought I’d bring us back to a place of unfussy beverages. Specifically: Budweiser. Honestly, if you even pretend to not enjoy an ice cold Bud every now and again, you’re a god damn liar. This watery concoction of low-grade hops and barley will quench a summer thirst in way a Manhattan or martini never will. All hail cheap, mass-produced beer!
While I like a Bud Light all by itself on occasion, a shandy is the perfect way to add a twist to a plain ol’ can of beer. Plus it’s super easy.
I took the easy way out here and bought limeade from the store, but you can totally make your own if you’re feeling ambitious. I wanted this drink to appeal to the sometimes lazy (me) and often unsophisticated (me) crowd. Selfish, I know.
When you’re out picking up your 4th of July haul for the BBQs and celebrations the weekend has in store, grab a bottle of lemonade or really any juice or sparkling beverage and make yourself a shandy. It’s the patriotic thing to do. Happy Birthday, America!
- 4 oz sparkling limeade – I used Trader Joe’s, but you could also make one by mixing lime or lemon juice with soda water and a bit of sugar
- 8 oz beer – I used Budweiser but any light beer will work
- .5 oz tequila (optional)
- lime wedges or wheels
Assembly
Fill a tall beer glass or pint glass with ice; fill with limeade or lemonade, add tequila if using, and top with beer. Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.