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strawberry shandy cocktail in a collins glass with drink umbrella
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5 from 4 votes

Strawberry Shandy

Strawberry Shandy cocktails are quick and easy to make for parties or for a celebrating a long weekend. Made with frozen strawberries, vodka and beer for a tasty and refreshing cocktail.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beer and vodka cocktail, beer cocktails, party cocktail, shandy cocktail, strawberry cocktails
Servings: 4 cocktails
Calories: 381kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen strawberries
  • 1/4 cup simple syrup
  • juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 6 ounces vodka
  • 4 cans light lager beer 12 ounces each, we used Bud Light

Instructions

  • In a blender add frozen strawberries and simple syrup.
  • Squeeze half of a lemon over the strawberries.
  • Add vodka.
  • Cover the blender and blend about 1 - 2 minutes until smooth.
  • Pour the strawberry mixture into a pitcher or mason jar. 
  • Fill glasses with beer. 
  • Pour about 1/2 cup of the strawberry mixture over the back of a spoon slowly over each beer.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Simple Syrup Recipe: Mix 1/2 cup boiling water with 1/2 cup sugar. Stir until dissolved. Cool before using. Store in a covered container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.Store in a jar in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
  • Make Ahead: Make the strawberry mixture ahead and refrigerate in an airtight container or freeze in a zip top bag. 
  • Alcohol Substitutions: Light rum can be substituted for the vodka. 
  • Garnish Ideas: Fresh strawberries, lemon slices, fresh mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 53mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g