How to Make a Long Island Iced Tea

Despite the name, a "Long Island Iced Tea" does not contain any tea.http://coffeetea.about.com/od/icedteaalc/a/longisland.htm The drink is a strong alcoholic drink that combines triple sec, gin, vodka and rum with Coke and a dash of sweet and sour mix. The combination of liquids produces a light brown color reminiscent of iced tea. The drink is simple to prepare as it requires no shaking or blending and can be created by simply pouring the ingredients together in a pint glass filled with ice. For a variation on the traditional "Long Island Iced Tea", you can exchange triple sec for tequila to create a "Texas Tea".http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8yV_pZ-xr8

How to Make a Long Island Iced Tea Video

Ja Nee Nisonger, a Los Angeles bartender, prepares a "Long Island" in this video from Mahalo. She presents general misconceptions about the drink, the ingredients needed and the step-by-step preparation method. This mixed drink guide is part of a larger series of videos offered on the Mahalo.com YouTube channel.

Step 1: Gather Ingredients

Purchase vodka, triple sec, gin, rum, Coke and a sweet and sour mix. Select the vodka you prefer to customize your drink. Consider Absolute vodka, Dekuyper triple sec, Bombay dry gin and Bacardi Rum. You will also need a pint glass, a measuring glass and ice.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8yV_pZ-xr8

Step 2: Combine Ingredients

Fill your glass to the top with ice. Measure out 1/2 ounce of vodka and add to your glass. Add a half-ounce of triple sec, gin and rum. Top the alcohol ingredients with another 1/2 ounce of your sweet and sour mixture, then fill your glass to the top with about 1 full ounce of Coke. If you can measure liquids by feel, you can by-pass measuring liquids and pour straight into your pint glass.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8yV_pZ-xr8

Step 3: Garnish and Serve

Stir if you desire a well-mixed beverage, then add a twisted lemon peel or other garnish of your choice for a professional appearance.http://wiki.webtender.com/wiki/Long_Island_Iced_Tea Serve immediately to avoid the ice diluting the drink.

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