Long Island Iced Tea is a classic cocktail made with a variety of spirits. This recipe for Long Island Iced Tea includes vodka, gin, white rum, tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup. To make this refreshing drink, fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the spirits, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously and strain into a highball glass filled with ice. Top off the glass with cola and garnish with a lemon wedge. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a strong, refreshing drink.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz gin
- 1 oz white rum
- 1 oz tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Cola
- Lemon wedge for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add the vodka, gin, white rum, tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top off the glass with cola.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge.
here are some additional notes to help you make the perfect Long Island Iced Tea:
Make sure to use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor. Bottled lemon juice can taste artificial and affect the taste of the cocktail.
Simple syrup is a mixture of sugar and water that is used to sweeten cocktails. To make simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Let cool before using.
The amount of cola you add to the cocktail will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more as needed.
When garnishing with a lemon wedge, you can either place it on the rim of the glass or drop it into the drink.
To make a mocktail version of this recipe, simply omit the alcohol and replace it with an equal amount of lemon-lime soda or another carbonated beverage.
Long Island Iced Tea is a strong cocktail, so be sure to drink responsibly and not drive after consuming it.
