Monaco recipe

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Long, refreshing drink served in a beer glass or highball.

Fantasy Long
Volume 26 cl
Alcohol 2.3 %
Calories / serving 158 kcal
Colour Pink, Red
Difficulty Easy
Published 09/2026
Prep time 2 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the grenadine into the bottom of the glass.
  2. Add the lemonade.
  3. Top up with well-chilled lager poured gently.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

Tumbler glass Buy

History

The Monaco is a French variation of the shandy, which appeared in brasserie bars during the 20th century.

Decoration

Serve without garnish, very cold.

Variation

The "Tango" replaces the lemonade with beer alone, with grenadine.

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should the Monaco cocktail be served in?

Recommended glass: tumbler.

How strong is the Monaco cocktail?

The Monaco cocktail is about 2.3% alcohol.

How many calories are in the Monaco cocktail?

Allow for about 158 kcal per serving.

How long does the Monaco cocktail take to make?

Allow for about 2 min of preparation. Difficulty: easy.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 10/08/2026

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