The result of the collaborative effort is Tall Tales Tropical Shandy 2.8% ABV.
Butcombe said Tall Tales Tropical Shandy is the “perfect marriage” of Butcombe Brewing Co’s Tall Tales Pale Ale blended with juicy mango and passionfruit with the help of the guys at Shandy Shack.
It added that “at only 2.8% ABV, Tall Tales Tropical Shandy is the perfect summer drink for those looking for something lighter”.
Butcombe Group marketing director Bruce Rowland said: “We’ve really enjoyed working with the team at Shandy Shack, bringing Tall Tales Tropical Shandy to life.
Adapt and innovate
“As drinking habits continue to change, it is vital we adapt and innovate, keep ahead of trends and make sure we’re offering our customers plenty of choice.
“It’s great to see shandy very much back in the spotlight.
“At just 2.8% ABV, Tall Tales Tropical Shandy is perfect for those looking to sip mindfully without missing out on flavour.
“Shandy Shack’s expertise in blending fruity flavours pairs effortlessly with the crisp, tropical hop notes of Tall Tales Pale Ale creating a shandy which is light, vibrant, and endlessly drink-able – your ultimate summer refresher, in fact some would say ‘summer in a glass’.”
First draught collab
Tall Tales Tropical Shandy will be available in pubs across the south of England.
Shandy Shack co-founder Tom Stevens added: “This is our first draught collaboration with the brilliant brewers at Butcombe Brewing Co.
“We’ve taken the fruit lager format for a bit of a wander – think crisp, sun-ready refreshment packed with mango, passionfruit and good intentions.
“It’s been a pleasure working with Butcombe Brewing Co to bring something a little different to bars across the south.
“Their brewing chaps made this an easy one to get excited about – and we can’t wait to see the pints flying out.”