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3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea recipe - cocktail served in a glass
Alcoholic

3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea

Ingredients

  • Gin
    1/2 oz
  • Light rum
    1/2 oz
  • Tequila
    1/2 oz
  • Triple sec
    1/2 oz
  • Vodka
    1/2 oz
  • Coca-Cola
    1/2 oz
  • Sweet and sour
    1-2 dash
  • Bitters
    1 wedge
  • Lemon
    Garnish with

Instructions

Fill 14oz glass with ice and alcohol. Fill 2/3 glass with cola and remainder with sweet & sour. Top with dash of bitters and lemon wedge.

Expert Tips

Expert Tips

Fresh Citrus Tip

Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.

Bitters Tip

Bitters are like salt in cooking - a few dashes balance and enhance other flavors. Experiment with different bitters varieties to create unique flavor profiles.

Did You Know?

Gin's distinctive flavor comes from juniper berries, though modern gins feature a wide variety of botanicals from around the world.