Tasteful Tuesdays: Radler
June 24, 2008 by Kelly Phillips Erb
Filed under Drinks
The weather here on the east coast has recently been hot and uncomfortable. Of course, you know what they say: when life gives you lemons, make lemonade – and beer!
In Munich, the Germans make a wonderful summer drink called a radler. Basically, it’s a refreshing mixture of beer and lemonade. It’s easy to make and even easier to drink! Best of all, in hot weather, when it’s important to stay hydrated, it’s better than drinking a beer.
Skeptical? Give it a try. I think you’ll like it!
Radler
1 bottle German beer (typically a Weissbier)
1 bottle prepared lemonade – or 2 cups homemade lemonade
1, Combine.
2, Serve.
3, Enjoy!
(Image: Newscom)
The Bavarian version is made using a very tart lemon soda (think Sprite on steroids), basically half soda, half beer. It might be worth making the lemonade with a sparkling water to keep up the bubbles. Or you could try Sprite with maybe a dash of lemon juice.