A thirsty snake gone to extreme lengths to get itself a taste of Carlton Draught.

Video shared to Facebook shows the reptile’s head caught in a can of the popular beer in Melbourne’s outer-suburbs on Sunday.

Luckily for the Tiger snake, professional snake catcher Stewart “Stewy” Gatt was on hand to complete a rescue mission.

Using a pair of cutters and a steady hand, Mr Gatt pierced holes in the top of the can. After seven minutes, the snake was freed from its aluminium prison.

The Tiger snake was finally freed after a delicate rescue operation. (Stewy the Snake Catcher)

Mr Gatt then was shown quickly swiftly transporting the animal into a large plastic box.

Following the unusual incident, the Mr Gatt took time to warn the public of the dangers of snakes.