Minus 196 Lemon

Minus 196 Lemon comes in a 24-ounce single can, a large format for a lemon-flavored drink that is built around citrus rather than malt or hops. Drinks in this lemon-forward, chuhai-inspired style usually pour pale and clear, with a fresh-cut lemon peel aroma, a tart front end, and a dry, lightly sweet finish. Expect little to no hop bitterness and very little malt character. The ABV and IBU aren't listed here, so check the can for the exact strength before you plan around it. Serve it well chilled, around 36 to 40°F, because lemon-forward drinks go flat and syrupy as they warm. A tall, narrow glass such as a Collins or pilsner glass over a few ice cubes keeps it cold through a full pour, and a lemon wheel or a squeeze of fresh peel adds aroma. A 24-ounce can is enough for roughly two glasses, so it works for sharing. For food, the acidity suits salty, fried, and savory dishes: fried chicken, tempura, grilled shrimp, fish tacos, or a plate of edamame and gyoza. Lemon also cuts through rich, oily foods and fits spicy dishes, since the cold and the citrus take the edge off heat.