Long Drink
Snakebite
How to make a Snakebite - the British pub classic of lager and cider in equal parts, often refined with a splash of blackcurrant.
3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Pint glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Snakebite is a British pub classic of equal parts lager beer and cider, often refined with a splash of blackcurrant into a Snakebite and Black. Easy-drinking, slightly fruity and inseparably linked to British pub culture.
Instructions
- Hold a pint glass at a slight angle.
- First fill the glass halfway with the lager beer.
- Top up slowly with the cider along the side of the glass.
- If desired, add a splash of blackcurrant syrup.
- Serve carefully without foaming too much.
Garnish: None
Pro tip: Tilt the glass strongly while pouring so that not too much foam forms and the lager and cider flow gently into each other.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Snakebite?
A Snakebite is a British pub drink of equal parts lager beer and cider, often with a splash of blackcurrant.
Why is blackcurrant added?
The blackcurrant syrup colors the drink reddish and gives it a fruity sweetness, in which case it is called a Snakebite and Black.
How strong is a Snakebite?
Thanks to the mix of beer and cider, the Snakebite is a little stronger than a plain beer, but remains an easy-drinking longdrink.
Ingredients
- Lager beer (well chilled)25 cl
- Cider25 cl
- Blackcurrant syrup (optional)1 splash
