Belgian Witbier Citrus Shandy with Mint

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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, 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. Step 2: Fill a tall glass with 1 cup of ice cubes, then strain the mint-lemon mixture into the glass.
  3. Step 3: Slowly pour 12 oz Belgian Witbier over the ice and stir gently to combine, preserving the beer's carbonation.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel on the rim and a sprig of fresh mint for aroma.

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