Shandy
A light, thirst-quenching mix of lager and lemon-lime soda or lemonade.
Snakebite
A classic pub mix combining lager and cider in equal, easy-drinking measure.
Shandy
Snakebite
Base
beer
beer
Glassware
Pint glass
Pint glass
Flavor Notes
refreshing, sweet
refreshing, sweet
Strong?
Which should you pick?
The Shandy and Snakebite share a very similar flavor profile — both are light and refreshing and sweet and approachable. The deciding factor here is the base spirit (beer vs. beer) and how each is served, so go with whichever spirit appeals to you more.