Style

• Radler/Shandy (lager blended with lemon soft drink for low ABV and citrus refreshment)

Company

• Foster’s (brand operated by Heineken in several markets)

Producer

• Heineken UK and regional partner facilities, depending on market

Brewery location

• UK/EU production for RTD lines; Foster’s brand origins in Melbourne, Australia

ABV

• 2.0% typical for Foster’s Radler Lemon

• 3.0% for “Foster’s Proper Shandy” lemon variant in some regions

IBU

• Very low bitterness (lemon sweetness/zing leads)

Expression

• Foster’s Radler Lemon (2%); related: Proper Shandy Lemon (3%), occasional lime/ginger radler variants in some markets

Ingredients

• Water, malted barley, glucose syrup/sugar, natural lemon flavouring or cloudy lemon, citric acid, hops/hop extract, yeast; contains barley (gluten)

Description

• Light, zesty, and gently sweet lemon character layered over a clean lager base; high carbonation and low bitterness make it ideal for hot weather and casual sessions

Tasting notes

• Aroma: Fresh lemon zest, lemonade, light cereal malt

• Palate: Soft malt, lemonade-like citrus sweetness, tangy zip, minimal bitterness, crisp and quick finish

Sizes

• Common can formats: 440 ml multipacks; bottles in 300–330 ml are also seen in some markets

Price (India, indicative)

• Availability of Foster’s Radler Lemon in India is inconsistent; when stocked by import/premium retailers, expect pricing broadly in line with other imported low‑ABV flavored beers:

  • 330–355 ml: ₹160–₹280

  • 440–500 ml: ₹220–₹340 Actual shelf prices vary by state taxes, import duties, city, and retailer. If not available, local shandy/radler alternatives may be stocked seasonally.

                                                   

Note – Prices are indicative, not MRP. State policies set minimums; retailers may price above these based on taxes, logistics, and store strategy. Availability can fluctuate by city and season.