The snare of strong drink (3)
I believe the answer is:
gin
This clue is a double definition.
'the snare' is the first definition.
('gin' can be a synonym of 'snare')
'strong drink' is the second definition.
(gin is a kind of strong drink)
'of' acts as a link.
(Other definitions for gin that I've seen before include "Spirit; trap" , "Clear alcoholic spirit" , "Alcohol for the snare" , "Liquor flavoured with juniper berries" , "Alcoholic drink made from juniper berries - it's a trap" .)