Long Island Iced Tea
The Long Island Iced Tea is a potent blend of several spirits combined with the tangy flavors of lemon juice and the sweetness of sugar syrup, topped off with a splash of cola. It's a classic highball that has a reputation for its strong alcohol content while tasting deceptively non-alcoholic.
Equipment
- Shaker
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Highball glass
Ingredients
- 1/2 oz White Rum
- 1/2 oz Vodka
- 1/2 oz Silver Tequila
- 1/2 oz Gin
- 1/2 oz Triple Sec
- 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
- Cola to top up
- Lemon wedge for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
- Add the rum, vodka, tequila, gin, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain the mixture into a highball or hurricane glass filled with ice cubes.
- Top up with cola and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge.
Notes
Always drink responsibly and be aware of local legal drinking ages. The cocktail's high alcohol content makes it a strong drink that should be enjoyed in moderation.