Long Island Ice Tea Recipe
Vodka, Rum, Gin, Tequila, Triple Sec, Sweet & Sour Mix and Topped with Coke
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Ingredients
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Base spirits
Mixers & modifiers
Garnish & optional
Method
Build (single cocktail or pitcher)
Prepare sweet & sour (if not using store mix)
If you don't have ready sweet & sour mix, make a quick version by combining equal parts fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. For this recipe quantity use 1/2 cup lemon juice and 1/2 cup simple syrup (already listed). Stir together and set aside.
Fill shaker or pitcher with ice
Fill a cocktail shaker (for single servings) or a large mixing pitcher (for multiple servings) with plenty of cubed ice to chill the liquids quickly.
Add spirits and mix
Pour the vodka, white rum, gin, tequila, and triple sec over the ice. Add the fresh lemon juice and the sweet & sour mix (or the quick homemade mix prepared above).
Shake or stir
If using a shaker for one or two drinks, cap and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until well chilled. If using a pitcher, stir briskly for 10–15 seconds to combine and chill.
Top with cola
Gently top the strained cocktail with chilled cola (about 1/4 to 1/3 of the glass, approximately 1 cup here). Pour slowly to preserve some fizz and create a slightly layered appearance.
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a lemon wedge or wheel on the rim. Serve with a straw and a stirring stick so the drink can be mixed before sipping. Optionally adjust acidity or sweetness by adding a squeeze of lemon or a dash more simple syrup to taste.