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Snakebite and Black

The Snakebite and Black is a light beer cocktail, fruity and sweet on the palate. Built and served in a pint glass.

Snakebite and Black cocktail: deep blackcurrant purple-red beer in a tall straight pint glass, with a thin pink foam head

Flavor profile

Tart
48 out of 100
Sweet
63 out of 100
Fruity
76 out of 100
Bitter
48 out of 100
Boozy
14 out of 100

How to make a Snakebite and Black

To make a Snakebite and Black, build in a pint glass: 8 oz lager, 8 oz cider and blackcurrant squash.

You'll need

1 drink

Pairs well with: Blackcurrant cordial · All syrups

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour into a pint glass: lager, cider and blackcurrant squash.

  2. 2

    Stir briefly to mix.

Why build it in the glass? Lager, cider and blackcurrant squash only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.

Snakebite and Black questions

What does a Snakebite and Black taste like, and is it sweet?

Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly fruity and sweet. It's a light drink at about 4% ABV once mixed.

How much alcohol is in a Snakebite and Black?

About 4% ABV after mixing with ice, closer to a beer or glass of wine.

What's the difference between a Snakebite and Black and a Snake Bite (UK)?

Both use lager and cider. The Snakebite and Black adds blackcurrant squash.

How do I make a pitcher of Snakebite and Blacks?

For 6 drinks, mix 47⅓ oz lager and 47⅓ oz cider in a jug and chill it. Pour over fresh ice to serve.

What glass do you serve a Snakebite and Black in?

A pint glass.