Diesel
The Diesel is a light beer cocktail, fruity and sweet on the palate. Built and served in a pint glass.
- 2 min
- Pint glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 49 out of 100
- Sweet
- 60 out of 100
- Fruity
- 74 out of 100
- Bitter
- 49 out of 100
- Boozy
- 15 out of 100
How to make a Diesel
To make a Diesel, build in a pint glass: 8 oz lager, 8 oz cider and 1 dash blackcurrant cordial.
You'll need
Pairs well with: Blackcurrant cordial · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Pour into a pint glass: lager, cider and blackcurrant cordial.
- 2
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Lager, cider and blackcurrant cordial only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Diesel questions
What does a Diesel taste like?
Mostly fruity and sweet. It's a light drink at about 5% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Diesel?
About 5% ABV after mixing with ice, closer to a beer or glass of wine.
What's the difference between a Diesel and a Snake Bite (UK)?
Both use lager and cider. The Diesel adds blackcurrant cordial.
Can I make Diesels in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 47⅓ oz lager, 47⅓ oz cider and ¼ oz blackcurrant cordial in a jug and chill it. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
What glass do you serve a Diesel in?
A pint glass.