Long Island Iced Tea

This is the classic Long Island Iced Tea, containing just a hint of citrus. It is best made with top shelf liquors. Watch out, it is very strong, but tastes very good, so you may not realize all the alcohol you're consuming.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course lunch/dinner

Cuisine world

Servings 1 people

Calories 297.3 kcal

Equipment

1 Cocktail Shaker Preferably a Boston shaker or a Cobbler shaker with a built-in strainer.
1 Jigger For precise measurement of spirits and mixers, ensuring consistent quality.
1 Collins Glass The traditional serving vessel for this tall drink.
1 Paring Knife For preparing the lemon garnish.
1 Bar Spoon Useful for gentle stirring if adjusting or for other bar tasks.

Ingredients

Main

1 1.5 fluid ounce jigger vodka
1 1.5 fluid ounce jigger gin
1 1.5 fluid ounce jigger rum
1 1.5 fluid ounce jigger triple sec liqueur
1 teaspoon tequila
2 teaspoons orange juice
2 fluid ounces cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 wedge lemon

Instructions

In a cocktail mixer full of ice, combine vodka, gin, rum, triple sec and tequila. Add orange juice and cola. Shake vigorously until frothy. Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice, and garnish with wedge of lemon.

Notes

For an elevated Long Island Iced Tea, the quality of your base spirits is paramount; opt for reputable brands as their subtleties significantly impact the final flavor profile. Ensure all ingredients are well-chilled before mixing. Shaking vigorously is key to proper aeration and chilling, which contributes to the 'frothy' texture and integrates the flavors seamlessly, but avoid over-shaking to prevent excessive dilution. While the recipe calls for orange juice, a small squeeze of fresh lime juice can brighten the overall profile and add a crisp acidity that balances the sweetness from the triple sec and cola. Finally, always taste and adjust, remembering that while this cocktail is delicious, it is exceptionally potent.