Belgian Witbier Citrus Shandy with Mint
A refreshing cocktail blending the light, citrusy notes of Belgian Witbier with fresh mint and lemon for a bright, effervescent drink. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Belgian Witbier, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Belgian Witbier
- 2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 slice lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 6 fresh mint leaves with 1 oz simple syrup and 2 oz fresh lemon juice until the mint is bruised and fragrant, about 20 seconds.
- Step 2: Fill a tall glass with 1 cup of ice cubes, then strain the mint-lemon mixture into the glass.
- Step 3: Slowly pour 12 oz Belgian Witbier over the ice and stir gently to combine, preserving the beer's carbonation.
- Step 4: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel on the rim and a sprig of fresh mint for aroma.








