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Sip on Sunshine with Rocklands Summer Shandy Recipe

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Summer is in full swing, and there’s no better way to celebrate the season than with a crisp, refreshing Summer Shandy! This vibrant drink combines light, effervescent lager with Rocklands’ tangy homemade lemonade, while fresh lemon slices add a pop of color and a bright, citrusy aroma that makes every sip feel like pure sunshine. Perfect for large batches and easy to serve, it’s a cheerful, crowd-pleasing favorite that keeps guests refreshed and savoring the flavors of summer.

Summer Shandy with lemons Recipe

Rocklands Summer Shandy

(Serves 1)
6oz light lager 

6oz Rocklands lemonade 

Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a chilled pint glass halfway with Rocklands lemonade.
  2. Slowly top with the light lager to minimize excessive foaming.
  3. Gently stir to combine the flavors.
  4. Garnish with a fresh lemon slice and enjoy the refreshing sip!

Rocklands Summer Shandy Mocktail

Want to ensure everyone on your guest list can join in on the fun? It is easy to turn this classic into a family-friendly, zero-proof cooler. Simply swap out the light lager for a high-quality ginger ale or sparkling water. You keep the crisp, effervescent bite that makes a shandy so refreshing, without the alcohol.

(Serves 1)

  • 6oz ginger ale or sparkling water
  • 6oz Rocklands lemonade
  • Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Fill a tall glass with ice.
  2. Pour in the Rocklands lemonade.
  3. Top with ginger ale or sparkling water.
  4. Stir gently to mix the flavors.
  5. Garnish with a fresh lemon slice and serve immediately.

A Quick Rocklands Catering Tip: 

If you are hosting a crowd, set up a DIY “Shandy Station.” Put out a large dispenser of chilled Rocklands Lemonade alongside a cooler packed with ice, light lagers, and ginger ales. This allows your guests to mix their own drinks and ensures every pour is perfectly fizzy!

Savor the Celebration This July

As the peak of summer hits in July, the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area is buzzing with energy. It’s a month packed with outdoor festivities, from fireworks and cookouts  to relaxing family reunions and long, warm evenings spent with friends.

Hosting a gathering during the busiest weeks of the season should be a breeze, not a burden. While you focus on setting up the lawn games and perfecting the guest list, let Rocklands Catering services take care of the menu. We specialize in bringing people together over incredible food, whether you’re throwing a relaxed backyard barbeque or a large-scale corporate retreat.

Ready to make your July event unforgettable? 

Contact Rocklands Catering today to discuss your menu and let us handle the delicious details while you soak up the summer sun!

Helpful Resources For Planning Your Summer Events:

Jenn Carter

About Jenn Carter

Meet Jenn Carter, whose love of Rocklands spans more than three decades and made her love official in 2005 when she joined the Rocklands family as a Sales Rep in their Catering Department. There she worked with the team to create events: from intimate backyard gatherings to high-profile political fundraisers. Making sure every client’s event featured both Rocklands’ legendary barbecue and impeccable service. Though life has taken her from DC to Japan, to New Mexico, Tennessee and now to Oklahoma, where she lives with her husband Michael, son Jackson, and pup Francis, you’ll still find bottles of Rocklands Barbecue Sauce making their way to her doorstep. Some loves know no distance.