Leinenkugel's High Shore Shandy 19.2OZ

Leinenkugel's High Shore Shandy 19.2oz is an 8% ABV Imperial Weiss shandy brewed with natural lemon flavors in a single-serve stovepipe can. Produced by Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, this expression nearly doubles the alcohol content of the flagship Summer Shandy while dialing back the sweetness in favor of a bolder, more balanced profile.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8%  |  Origin: Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, USA  |  Style: Imperial Weiss Shandy  |  Brewery: Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company  |  IBU: 10

Production & Heritage

Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company has been brewing in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, since 1867, making it one of the oldest continuously operating breweries in the United States. Now a subsidiary of Molson Coors, the brewery built its modern reputation largely on the Summer Shandy, which became a warm-weather phenomenon. High Shore Shandy takes the shandy concept into imperial territory — a Weiss beer base brewed with natural lemon flavors, pushed to 8% ABV compared to Summer Shandy's 4.2%. The result is a fuller-bodied, less sugary take on the fruit-beer hybrid, packaged in a 19.2oz single-serve can designed for convenience and portability.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh lemonade and wheat lead the nose, followed by subtle caramel-malt sweetness and a faint hop presence. The overall impression is bright and citrus-forward without being artificially sharp.

Taste: The entry is malty and moderately sweet, quickly balanced by a tart lemon bite at mid-palate. As the beer opens up, gentle bitterness and a slight grain sweetness emerge, giving it a fuller body than a standard shandy. The 8% ABV brings a noticeable warming quality without tasting boozy.

Finish: Bright tart lemon lingers alongside residual malt sweetness, tapering to a slightly dry close. The warming alcohol note rounds out the finish and keeps it from fading too quickly.

How to Drink High Shore Shandy

Drink it cold — ideally between 38–45°F — straight from the 19.2oz can or poured into a Weiss glass to appreciate the hazy lemon-yellow pour. A Shandy Radler cocktail works well by mixing a few ounces with sparkling lemonade over ice for a lower-ABV patio drink. A Beer-rita benefits from the bold lemon tartness when combined with tequila, lime, and a salted rim. A Citrus Shandy Spritz — High Shore Shandy topped with a splash of grapefruit soda and a sprig of mint — plays up the beer's natural brightness while adding herbal complexity.

Best For

• Cookouts and tailgates where a higher-ABV single-serve format is practical
• Summer Shandy fans looking for more depth and less sweetness
• Lake days, camping trips, and outdoor gatherings where glass-free packaging matters
• Casual sipping on a warm afternoon when a sessionable beer feels too light

Frequently Asked Questions

What does High Shore Shandy taste like? High Shore Shandy delivers a malty wheat base layered with tart lemon and a touch of caramel sweetness, finishing slightly dry with a warming 8% ABV backbone. It tastes noticeably less sweet and more full-bodied than a traditional shandy.

How does High Shore Shandy compare to Leinenkugel's Summer Shandy? High Shore Shandy runs at 8% ABV — nearly double Summer Shandy's 4.2% — and uses an Imperial Weiss base that gives it a fuller body and less cloying sweetness. Consumer reviewers consistently note that High Shore is easier to drink than Summer Shandy because the tartness is better balanced against the malt.

Is High Shore Shandy good for casual sipping? Yes, the 19.2oz stovepipe can is designed as a single-serve format, and the balanced lemon-wheat profile makes it approachable despite the elevated ABV — though the 8% strength means one can delivers a meaningful pour.

Where is High Shore Shandy made? High Shore Shandy is brewed by Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, a brewery founded in 1867 and now operated under Molson Coors ownership.

What foods pair well with High Shore Shandy? Grilled bratwurst complements the malty wheat backbone; fish tacos with a citrus slaw echo the lemon tartness; a lemon-dressed arugula salad mirrors the beer's bright acidity; sharp cheddar provides a savory counterpoint to the fruit notes; and key lime pie amplifies the citrus character into dessert.

What sizes does High Shore Shandy come in? The 19.2oz single-serve stovepipe can is the primary format; availability of other package sizes may vary by market.

Is High Shore Shandy worth the price? High Shore Shandy positions as a step above standard shandies in both strength and complexity, sitting in the affordable craft-adjacent tier typical of Leinenkugel's broader lineup — making it reasonable value for an imperial-strength flavored beer in a large-format single-serve can.

Why High Shore Shandy?

The imperial shandy category remains relatively niche, and High Shore Shandy occupies it convincingly by starting with a Weiss beer base rather than a generic lager, which adds wheat-driven body and haze that standard shandies lack. At 8% ABV and only 10 IBU, it strikes a balance between bold strength and easy drinkability that reviewers have called out as a clear improvement over the sweeter Summer Shandy. The 19.2oz stovepipe can format is purpose-built for single-serve occasions — from tailgates to beach coolers — where portability and a higher-impact pour matter. For anyone who enjoys fruit-forward beer but finds most shandies too thin or sugary, this is the logical next step from Leinenkugel's heritage lineup.