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The drink is a very popular refreshment during the summer months as it effectively dilutes the concentration of alcohol and therefore can be consumed in larger amounts.  It is not normal for the drink to be served with ice but should be served chilled.  Non-alcoholic or very low (<1%) versions are available in cans.  Traditional English ales are hand pumped rather than being dispensed through pressurised gas or an electric pump.  Owing to the innate fizziness of lemonade, hand-pumped beer is preferred by some connoisseurs

The drink is a very popular refreshment during the summer months as it effectively dilutes the concentration of alcohol and therefore can be consumed in larger amounts.  It is not normal for the drink to be served with ice but should be served chilled.  Non-alcoholic or very low (<1%) versions are available in cans.  Traditional English ales are hand pumped rather than being dispensed through pressurised gas or an electric pump.  Owing to the innate fizziness of lemonade, hand-pumped beer is preferred by some connoisseurs

In the United Kingdom shandy served in a half [[pint]] glass (or "hand") is often a young person's first introduction to alcohol and is a traditional rite of passage.  For the first time drinker a "hand" shandy is often preferred.

In the United Kingdom shandy served in a half [[pint]] glass (or "hand") is often a young person's first introduction to alcohol and is a traditional rite of passage.  For the first time drinker a "hand" shandy is often more satisfying.

[[Category:Alcoholic beverages]]

[[Category:Alcoholic beverages]]