A Long Island iced tea is a classic cocktail that combines five different types of alcohol, making it perfect for a special occasion or as a refreshing cocktail to make for your guests. This fan favorite cocktail is great for parties, and warm days.
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❤️ Why this recipe works
- It's the perfect way to kick off a special occasion with its delightful mix of ingredients that provide sweetness and complexity
- Plus, this classic cocktail looks great when served in a tall glass that showcases its golden hue.
- The combination of five different types of alcohol paired with cola and a splash of lemon juice make it a unique, delicious beverage that will have you coming back for more every time.
Ingredients
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- vodka
- white rum
- white tequila
- gin
- triple sec
- coke
- ice
Equipment
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Step 1: Fill your drinking glass with ice. Set aside.
Step 2: Add ice to the drink shaker. Then add 1 ounce each of vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and triple sec.
Step 3: Shake the contents of the shaker for 15 seconds. Then, strain the contents of the shaker into the ice filled glass.
Step 4: Add the coke to the beverage glass to achieve the tea like color.
Garnish with a lemon slice, if desired, and enjoy.
How to store, reheat, and freeze
This drink can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days. I do not recommend that you freeze this beverage as it may become watery and lose its flavor.
💭 Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Most of the flavor you get comes from the gin and triple sec, so a higher quality of those two is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Long Island Iced Tea typically contains 1.5 ounces of each hard liquor, which is equivalent to 6 ounces or 7 standard drinks.
No, this classic cocktail does not contain any tea. The beverage gets its name from the light brown color it resembles when poured.
Yes, this beverage does contain caffeine because of the coke. Use decaffeinated cola if you prefer no caffeine.
📖 Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.
- Add a splash of cranberry juice for an extra tart flavor.
- Orange liqueur can be used in place of triple sec to add an orange flavor.
- A few drops of citrus bitters can also elevate the taste.
- You could also use ginger ale instead of regular coke.
- You can also make this recipe with just one type of liquor, such as vodka or gin.
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📖 Recipe
Long Island Iced Tea
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Fill your drinking glass with ice. Set aside.
- Add ice to the drink shaker. Then add 1 ounce each of vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and triple sec.
- Shake the contents of the shaker for 15 seconds. Then, strain the contents of the shaker into the ice filled glass.
- Add the coke to the beverage glass to achieve the tea like color.
- Garnish with a lemon slice, if desired and enjoy.
- This drink looks pretty intimidating, but it actually goes down much easier than you would ever think. It is smooth and refreshing, with the right amount of kick.
- Most of the flavor you get comes from the gin and triple sec, so a higher quality of those two is recommended.
- Add more coke, if desired. Some like a darker Long Island and some like it lighter.
- If you don’t like your drink over ice, simply chill the drinking glass for about 30 minutes before use.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are estimates only. Please consult a professional for strict dietary needs.
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