3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea
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- Method: build
- Glass: Collins Glass
- Ice: Fill the glass with ice.
- Garnish: Garnish with a lemon wedge.
- ABV: 23%
Ingredients
- Gin — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Light rum — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Tequila — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Triple sec — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Vodka — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Coca-Cola — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Sweet and Sour — 1-2 dash
- Bitters — 1 wedge
- Lemon — Garnish with
How to make it
- Step 1: Fill the Collins glass with ice.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 oz of gin.
- Step 3: Add 1/2 oz of light rum.
- Step 4: Add 1/2 oz of tequila.
- Step 5: Add 1/2 oz of triple sec.
- Step 6: Add 1/2 oz of vodka.
- Step 7: Fill 2/3 of the glass with cola.
- Step 8: Fill the remainder with sweet and sour mix.
- Step 9: Top with a dash of bitters.
- Step 10: Garnish with a lemon wedge.
This cocktail combines multiple spirits with cola, creating a refreshing and strong drink.
The story
The 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea is a variation of the classic Long Island Iced Tea, which is believed to have originated in the 1970s in Long Island, New York. This drink gained popularity for its potent mix of spirits, often leading to its reputation as a party drink. The addition of bitters and a more pronounced citrus element distinguishes it from the original, appealing to those seeking a stronger, more complex flavor profile.
How it tastes
This cocktail features a robust flavor profile, combining the sweetness of cola with the tartness of sweet and sour mix, balanced by the herbal notes from gin and the warmth of other spirits. It is typically served in a Collins glass, making it suitable for casual gatherings or summer parties.
Getting it right
The key to a successful 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea lies in the balance of the spirits and mixers. Ensuring the right proportions of sweet and sour mix and cola is crucial for achieving a harmonious taste. Additionally, using fresh ingredients for the garnish enhances the overall experience.
Variations
- Long Island Iced Tea — The classic version omits the bitters and focuses on a more straightforward combination of spirits and cola.
- Blue Long Island Iced Tea — This variation uses blue curaçao instead of triple sec, giving it a vibrant blue color.
Substitutions
- Sweet and Sour Mix — You can substitute with a mix of lemon juice and simple syrup.
- Coca-Cola — Any cola product can be used, including diet or caffeine-free options.
Questions
- What is the alcohol content of a 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea?
- The 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea has an approximate ABV of 23%, making it quite potent due to the combination of multiple spirits.
- Can I make this drink without one of the spirits?
- Yes, you can omit one of the spirits, but it may alter the flavor profile. Adjust the other ingredients accordingly to maintain balance.
- Is the 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea sweet?
- Yes, it has a sweet profile due to the cola and sweet and sour mix, balanced by the herbal notes from the spirits.
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