Long Island Iced Tea

The famously strong mix of clear spirits, citrus, orange liqueur, and cola.

IBA ClassicClassicStrongVodkaGinRum
A rich, amber-colored Long Island Iced Tea served over ice in a tall highball glass, garnished with a classic lemon wheel on the rim.
Difficulty Medium
Glass Highball
Ice Build over ice
Tools None

Ingredients

  • 1/2 oz Vodka One of the base spirits.
  • 1/2 oz Gin Adds botanical bite.
  • 1/2 oz Rum White rum is common.
  • 1/2 oz Tequila Do not overpour unless you mean it.
  • 1/2 oz Triple sec Orange liqueur.
  • 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice Balances the liquor.
  • 1/2 oz Simple syrup Optional if you want it sweeter.
  • Top with Cola Gives the iced tea look.

How to make it

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
  2. Add vodka, gin, rum, tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  3. Top with cola.
  4. Stir gently.
  5. Drink responsibly. This one is not playing around.

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