How to make the most refreshing shandy you’ve ever tried
For 30 years, Cawston Press has been picking and pressing fresh fruit to create a timeless range of naturally delicious drinks
Cawston Press knows from experience that soft drinks don’t need to be packed full of artificial flavourings and sweeteners to taste great. From its sparkling and pressed juices to its refreshing fruit waters, every one of its cartons, cans and bottles is made using nothing but real fruit and quality ingredients, for a delightful drink that’s full of natural flavour.
Of course, it’s not just top-notch ingredients that give Cawston Press drinks their wonderful taste. The skilled team of experts here know exactly how to get the best from every piece of fruit, harvesting it when it’s at its ripest and then completing the pressing process while the fruit is bursting with juicy wholesomeness.
There’s no better way to enjoy a nostalgic taste of British summers gone-by than with Cawston Press. And, as retro is making a renaissance in the kitchen in everything from sixties-style puds to timeless tipples, Cawston Press is officially bringing back the shandy – but with a deliciously natural twist.
For recipe inspiration, keep reading to discover mixology maestro Pritesh Mody’s take on the classic shandy...
Shandies are back
When it comes to finding flavour inspiration, Cawston Press draws on classic British favourites that stand the test of time, like delicate Elderflower Lemonade and fiery Ginger Beer. That’s what makes this drinks range such a versatile base for a wide variety of recipes, including ice cream floats, berry compotes, cocktails and more.
And, to celebrate the fact that shandies are back, Cawston Press has put together a selction of shandy recipes created in partnership with expert mixologist, Pritesh Mody. The combination of bitter beer and Cawston Press’ sweet, sparkling juice makes for an invigoratingly fresh approach to the shandy.
Discussing the recipes, Pritesh says: “It’s been a pleasure working with Cawston Press’ Sparkling drinks to create these modern, delicious takes on a shandy. The natural ingredients of each flavour shine through and complement the different profiles of the beer for drinks that are fun, but still sophisticated. Enjoy!”
Cawston Press Sparkling Rhubarb Helles Lager Shandy
This recipe perfectly captures the taste of British old-world charm with a modern twist.
Ingredients
Method
1. Pour the beer and sparkling rhubarb drink into a tumbler. Add a sprig of fresh thyme and a slice of grapefruit to serve.
Cawston Press Ginger Beer Lager Shandy
Enjoy a shandy with a fragrant twist with this recipe inspired by flavours from Belgium.
Ingredients
Method
1. Pour the beer and ginger beer into a tall glass, then garnish with fresh ginger shavings and 1 slice of fresh lemon.
Cawston Press Elderflower Lemonade Witbier Shandy
Enjoy a shandy with a fragrant twist with this recipe inspired by flavours from Belgium.
Ingredients
Method
1. Pour the beer and elderflower lemonade into a tall glass, then garnish with a strip of cucumber.
Full of goodness
Cawston Press believes natural is always best, which is why it only ever uses pressed fruit and never concentrates, artificial sugars, colours or preservatives. In fact, all its ingredients are things you’d find in your own garden or kitchen, so you don’t ever have to worry about any hidden nasties.
Just as Cawston Press cares about your wellbeing, it also takes pride in looking out for the planet. That’s why it uses Tetra cartoons, glass bottles, cans and paper straws, all of which are 100% recyclable. Of course, there’s still more work to be done, and the company is always striving to find green solutions in all areas of the business.
What’s more, Cawston Press prides itself on giving back to the community, by donating lots of its drinks to good causes and local charities, plus it gives its staff time off so they can volunteer for causes that are important to them.