Cocktails

Snake Bite (UK)

Served in a Pint Glass

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Cocktailalcoholic2.5% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

220 kcalCalories

2.5%ABV

10.7gSugar

22.5gCarbs

0.63Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 2 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1/2 pintLagerUnknown
1/2 pint sweet or dryCiderUnknown

How to Make It

Pour ingredients into a pint glass.Pour
Drink.
Fall over.

How to Serve

Glass: Pint Glass

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Apple Fruity Sparkling

Supporting notes

Sweet Crisp

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Low ABV
Light and refreshing

What do these dimensions mean?

Food pairings

Pork CheeseFruit Desserts

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Vegetarian

May be limited

Vegan

Not compatible

Gluten-FreeKetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

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Last updated July 24, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Snake Bite (UK)?: The Snake Bite (UK) is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Pint Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 2.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 220 calories.
What does a Snake Bite (UK) taste like?: Snake Bite (UK) has a flavour profile featuring Apple, Fruity, Sparkling, Sweet. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Snake Bite (UK)?: Snake Bite (UK) pairs well with Pork, Cheese, Fruit Desserts. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Snake Bite (UK)?: The Snake Bite (UK) has an ABV of approximately 2.5%. That's approximately 0.63 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 220 kcal, 10.7g sugar, 22.5g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
What drinks are similar to a Snake Bite (UK)?: If you enjoy Snake Bite (UK), the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Snake Bite (UK) at home?: Yes. The Snake Bite (UK) uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Pint Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Snake Bite (UK) with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.