Feel like something cool and refreshing? Shandies have always been popular, but they’re taking on a cult-like status we can’t ignore. Try our cucumber and mint shandy on for size.

MAKES 2 // COOKING TIME 5 min

INGREDIENTS
2 cups ice
1 beer
¼ cucumber, finely sliced
Handful mint
2 cups lemonade
Bitters

METHOD
1. Fill a tall glass halfway with loads of ice.
2. Add the beer, then the cucumber and mint.
3. Stir, using the spoon to lightly bruise the mint, releasing its flavours.
4. Top up with lemonade and 4–6 drops bitters per glass.