Leinenkugel Family
Leinenkugel’s is a family-founded brewery with deep Midwestern roots, established in 1867 in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Known for its approachable, flavorful beers, Leinenkugel’s blends traditional German brewing techniques with American innovation. The brand has become synonymous with refreshment and seasonal enjoyment, offering a variety of beers that capture the spirit of outdoor gatherings, lake days, and warm-weather relaxation. Every Leinenkugel’s brew reflects a heritage of craftsmanship, family tradition, and the simple joy of sharing a cold beer with good company.
County availability
Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Marion, Sumter, Suwannee, Taylor, Union, Wakulla
Type of beverage
Wheat and Sour Beers
alcohol by volume
4.2% – 4.4%
IBU
10 -11
Product Highlight
Wheat Bear (weiss beer)
Leinenkugel Summer Shandy
ABV
4.2%
Description
Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy is a refreshing weiss beer blended with natural lemonade flavor for a bright, easy-drinking taste that fits any time of year. Inspired by the classic shandy tradition, this fan-favorite brew delivers a smooth wheat beer base with a crisp, citrusy finish that has become a warm-weather staple. A Silver medal winner at the Great American Beer Festival in the Fruit Wheat Beer category, Summer Shandy pairs especially well with BBQ chicken, fresh fruit dishes, watermelon, and grilled seafood. Light, flavorful, and unmistakably refreshing, it’s a go-to beer for outdoor gatherings, beach days, and relaxed afternoons.