Long Island Iced Tea Recipe

Experience the iconic Long Island Iced Tea cocktail! This vibrant and refreshing recipe, inspired by the Australian Women's Weekly's "Complete Book of Modern Classics," is perfect for your next cocktail night. A potent mix of five liquors balanced with sweet and sour flavors, it's a true crowd-pleaser. Impress your friends with this easy-to-make, yet sophisticated, classic cocktail.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 218.6 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Long Island Iced Tea

Ice Cube
1.5 oz vodka
1 oz tequila
Bacardi Light Rum
1 oz gin
Cointreau Liqueur
Fresh Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup
Cola, to top

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How to Make Long Island Iced Tea

Fill a highball glass with ice.
Add 1.5 oz vodka.
Add 1 oz tequila.
Add 1 oz white rum (Bacardi).
Add 1 oz gin.
Add 0.75 oz Cointreau.
Add 1 oz fresh lemon juice.
Add 0.75 oz simple syrup (or to taste).
Top with cola.
Gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a lemon twist, mint sprig, swizzle stick, and a straw.
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

Carbs

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For 1 Or 2 Beverages Easy Cocktails Number Of Servings

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Long Island Iced Tea?

Long Island Iced Tea takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Long Island Iced Tea?

Long Island Iced Tea has approximately 218.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Long Island Iced Tea?

The key ingredients for Long Island Iced Tea are Ice Cube, Vodka, Tequila, Bacardi Light Rum, Gin, Cointreau Liqueur. See the full list with measurements above.