Long Island Iced Tea
- Glass
- Highball
- Difficulty
- Easy
- ABV
- ~22%
Ingredients
- ½ ozvodka15 ml
- ½ ozwhite rum15 ml
- ½ ozgin15 ml
- ½ oztequila15 ml
- ½ oztriple sec15 ml
- ¾ ozfresh lemon juice22 ml
- ½ ozsimple syrup15 ml
- 1 ozcola30 ml
Instructions
Add vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake briefly and strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Top with a splash of cola for color. Garnish with a lemon wedge.
Sips & Tips
Technique
Despite its reputation, a well-made Long Island should taste balanced, not boozy. The cola is just for color — use barely a splash. Fresh lemon juice is non-negotiable.
Balance
Equal parts of each spirit means no single flavor dominates. The lemon and syrup do the heavy lifting to make it drinkable. Don't over-pour the cola or it becomes a rum and coke with extra steps.
History
Variations
Tokyo Iced Tea
Replace the cola with Midori melon liqueur for a bright green, sweeter version.
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Long Island Iced Tea
Glass: Highball | Difficulty: Easy | ABV: ~22%
Ingredients
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz white rum
- ½ oz gin
- ½ oz tequila
- ½ oz triple sec
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- 1 oz cola
Instructions
Add vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake briefly and strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Top with a splash of cola for color. Garnish with a lemon wedge.