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Radler

Germany's classic beer cooler: equal parts light beer and sparkling lemonade. Low in alcohol, thirst-quenching and ideal for long, sunny days.

Time
1 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Built in glass
Glass
Collins glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

Garnish: Lemon wheel (1 slice)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Chill the beer and lemonade well.

  2. 2

    Pour lemonade into a tall glass, then top slowly with beer.

Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.

Recommended glassware

  • Collins glassA slightly taller, narrower highball for Collins-style drinks and coolers.

No shaker? A clean jar with a tight lid works. Build your home bar →

Recipe source: Widely published standard specification. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

Contains alcohol. For adults of legal drinking age — please enjoy responsibly.

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