Snakebite (drink)
A snakebite is an alcoholic drink from the UK. Traditionally, in the United Kingdom it is made with equal parts of lager and cider. If a dash of blackcurrant cordial is added, it is known as a "snakebite & black", a "diesel" if Pernod and black is added, or a "purple nasty". Different regional recipes and names exist. The drink has association with the goth subculture, due to its popularity at Leeds goth club Le Phonographique.
Stout may be used instead of lager in the United States.Availability in the UK
A snakebite is typically served in a pint. Serving a snakebite from separate cider and lager taps or bottles is legal in the UK, despite sources that suggest otherwise. In 2001, former US President Bill Clinton was refused a snakebite when he ordered one at the Old Bell Tavern in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with pub manager Jamie Allen saying "It's illegal to serve it here in the UK."
