Long Island Iced Tea
Notorious for packing many spirits into one glass, Long Island Iced Tea became a symbol of party culture and “gotta-watch-out” potency. Its crowd-pleasing sweetness and high alcohol content make it a late-night staple.
Calories
250 kcal
Alcohol
Content
10%
Serving
1
Ingredients
Vodka : 15 ml
Gin : 15 ml
White rum : 15 ml
Tequila : 15 ml
Triple sec (Cointreau) : 15 ml
Fresh lemon juice : 25 ml
Simple syrup : 15 ml
Cola : null to top (≈60–90 ml)
Garnish :Lemon wedge or slice
Tools
Shaker
jigger
long spoon
Glassware :Highball glass
Steps
Fill a shaker with ice and add 15 ml each vodka, gin, white rum, tequila and triple sec.
Add 25 ml fresh lemon juice and 15 ml simple syrup to the shaker.
Shake briefly (6–8 seconds) to chill and combine.
Strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
Top with cola to taste (around 60–90 ml) and stir gently to integrate.
Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve with a straw — strong but easy-drinking.
