Long Island Iced Tea Recipe

Cocktail

1. 1

   Build and shake

   Fill a cocktail shaker about two-thirds full with ice. Add 0.5 oz vodka, 0.5 oz light rum, 0.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz blanco tequila, 0.5 oz triple sec, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and well-chilled.

2. 2

   Prepare glass

   Fill a highball or Collins glass with fresh ice cubes to the top (or enough to keep the drink very cold).

3. 3

   Strain and top

   Strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass over the ice. Gently pour or float 2 oz cola on top — enough to give the drink its characteristic color and a gentle effervescence. Do not overfill; leave a small gap at the rim.

4. 4

   Garnish and serve

   Garnish with a lemon wedge on the rim. Optionally, give the drink a very gentle stir (1–2 turns) to integrate the cola with the spirit mixture, but avoid excessive stirring which will flatten the carbonation. Serve with a straw.