Shandy - Rock Shandy (nonalcoholic Shandy)

Rock Shandy (nonalcoholic Shandy)

Africa

In South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, a rock shandy is made up of half lemonade, half sparkling water, and ice (usually with a few dashes of Angostura bitters).

In southern Africa, a popular variation is the Malawi shandy, which is made with half lemonade (sometimes orange juice), half ginger beer, and a few dashes of Angostura bitters.

France

A rock shandy from French chef Jacques Pépin is made with Rose's lime juice, Angostura bitters, sparkling water, and ice.

Germany and Austria

In Germany and Austria, the Spezial, or Spezi, is a nonalcoholic drink made with half orange soda and half cola. This traditional drink is very popular among children.

Iceland

In Iceland, a rock shandy called Jólabland (Christmas Mix) is often served at Christmas time. Jólabland consists of orange soda and nonalcoholic malt beer.

Ireland

In Ireland, a nonalcoholic half-and-half mix of orange soda and lemon soda is popular. It is available as a premixed beverage.