Long Island Iced Tea
Also known as: Лонг Айленд, Лонг-Айленд, Лонг-Айленд Айс Ти, Лонг Айленд Айс Ти, Лонг-Айленд-Айс-Ти, Long Island, Long Island Ice Tea
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- Method: build
- Glass: Highball glass
- Ice: Ice cubes
- Garnish: Lemon twist
- ABV: 12%
Ingredients
- Vodka — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Tequila — ½ oz (15 ml)
- White rum — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Gin — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Cointreau — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Fresh lemon juice — ¾ oz (22.5 ml)
- Simple syrup — ½ oz (15 ml)
- Cola — top up
How to make it
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Add the vodka, tequila, rum, gin, Cointreau, lemon juice and syrup, and stir briefly.
- Top with a splash of cola and garnish with a lemon twist.
A cocktail with a powerful flavor that combines several strong spirits with a refreshing lemon twist.
The story
The Long Island Iced Tea is believed to have originated in the 1970s in Long Island, New York. Its creation is often attributed to a bartender named Robert 'Rosebud' Butt, who aimed to create a new mixed drink using vodka and other spirits. The drink gained popularity for its potent mix of alcohol and refreshing taste, making it a staple in bars and parties.
How it tastes
The Long Island Iced Tea features a sweet and slightly tangy flavor profile, with a hint of cola and citrus from the lemon twist. It's typically served as a refreshing cocktail, ideal for warm weather or casual gatherings.
Getting it right
The key to a well-made Long Island Iced Tea lies in the balance of spirits. Each component should be measured accurately to achieve the right flavor without overpowering the drink. Stirring gently ensures the ingredients are mixed without diluting them too much.
Variations
- Long Beach Iced Tea — Substitutes cranberry juice for the cola, giving it a fruity twist.
- Adios Motherf***er — Replaces the vodka and gin with blue curaçao, resulting in a vibrant blue drink.
Substitutions
- Light rum — Can be replaced with white rum or even a light flavored vodka.
- Tequila — Substitute with mezcal for a smokier flavor.
Questions
- What is the alcohol content of a Long Island Iced Tea?
- The Long Island Iced Tea has a high alcohol by volume (ABV) of around 27%, making it one of the stronger cocktails.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic version?
- Yes, you can create a non-alcoholic version by using iced tea, lemon juice, and cola, omitting the spirits.
- Why is it called Long Island Iced Tea?
- Despite its name, the cocktail contains no tea. The name comes from its tea-like color and the drink's origins in Long Island, New York.
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