Old Fashioned Cocktails- Long Island Iced Tea:
When was the Long Island Iced Tea Invented?
There are two stories about the origin of Long Island iced tea: the first story, in 1920, the United States issued prohibition, a bar on Long Island bartenders secretly sold alcohol to customers, when they suddenly met the police to check the prohibition of illicit alcohol, the bartender hastily mixed all kinds of spirits together, falsely claiming to sell ice tea, surprisingly fooled the police, inadvertently created this new variety of cocktails, it was named “Long Island Iced Tea”. But the veracity of this story is rather dubious …. During Prohibition, there was no vodka and tequila on American.
Another theory suggests that his creator was Robert Butt. Butt worked at the Oak BeachInn in Long Island, New York, in the 1970s, and one night, the store held a creative cocktail contest that required participants to have TripleSec as an ingredient in their recipes, so he created the popular Long Island Iced Tea with four spirits, sweet and sour juice, and a little cola for color. Created this popular Long Island Iced Tea.
What You Need?
- vodka
- rum
- gin
- tequila
- lemon juice
- cointreau or triple sec
- cola,(or depending on taste)
- lemon
- simple syrup (optional)
How to Make a Long Island Iced Tea?
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add gin, vodka, white rum, tequila, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds to combine the ingredients and chill the drink.
- Fill a Collins glass with ice.
- Strain the drink into the glass.
- Top with cola to fill the glass.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve.
Tip For Making it:
- Use fresh ingredients: Freshly squeezed lemon juice and high-quality spirits will make a big difference in the taste of your cocktail.
- Use a good quality cola: The cola is an important part of the recipe, and using a good quality cola can make a big difference in the final taste of the cocktail.
- Don’t skimp on the ice: The Long Island Iced Tea is served over ice, so be sure to use plenty of ice to keep the cocktail cold.
- Shake well: Make sure to shake the cocktail well to ensure that all the ingredients are well mixed.
- Adjust the amount of cola: The amount of cola you use can greatly affect the sweetness of the cocktail, so be sure to adjust to your taste.
- Be careful with the alcohol: The Long Island Iced Tea is a strong cocktail, so be careful not to overdo it! It’s important to drink responsibly and never drink and drive.
Frequently asked questions:
Does Long Island Iced Tea actually contain tea?
No, despite its name, Long Island Iced Tea does not contain any tea. The name comes from the fact that the cocktail has a similar color to iced tea.
How strong is it?
The Long Island Iced Tea is a strong cocktail that contains a high amount of alcohol. The exact alcohol content will depend on the specific recipe you use, but it’s generally around 22-25% ABV.
Can I make a non-alcoholic version of this cocktail?
Yes, you can make a non-alcoholic version of the Long Island Iced Tea by replacing the alcohol with non-alcoholic substitutes. For example, you can replace the rum with apple juice and the vodka with lemon-lime soda.
Can I use different types of spirits in this cocktail recipe?
Yes, you can use different types of spirits in the Long Island Iced Tea, although the traditional recipe calls for gin, vodka, rum, and tequila. You can also experiment with different types of fruit juices and syrups to create a unique flavor.
Long Island Iced Tea
There are two stories about the origin of Long Island iced tea: the first story, in 1920, the United States issued prohibition, a bar on Long Island bartenders secretly sold alcohol to customers, when they suddenly met the police to check the prohibition of illicit alcohol, the bartender hastily mixed all kinds of spirits together, falsely claiming to sell ice tea, surprisingly fooled the police, inadvertently created this new variety of cocktails, it was named "Long Island Iced Tea". But the veracity of this story is rather dubious .... During Prohibition, there was no vodka and tequila on American. Another theory suggests that his creator was Robert Butt. Butt worked at the Oak BeachInn in Long Island, New York, in the 1970s, and one night, the store held a creative cocktail contest that required participants to have TripleSec as an ingredient in their recipes, so he created the popular Long Island Iced Tea with four spirits, sweet and sour juice, and a little cola for color. Created this popular Long Island Iced Tea.
Ingredients
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz rum
- ½ oz gin
- ½ oz tequila
- ½ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz cointreau
- 1 oz cola,(or depending on taste)
- 1 slice of lemon
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour vodka, rum, gin, tequila, lemon juice, cointreau and sour mix over ice; cover and shake. Pour cocktail into a Collins or hurricane glass; top with splash of cola for color. Garnish with a lemon slice.
