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Dale's Long Island Iced Tea

Dale's Long Island Iced Tea recipe

Dale's Long Island Iced Tea Ingredients


Dale's Long Island Iced Tea Instructions

Looking for a strong and refreshing cocktail to enjoy on a warm summer day? Look no further than Dale's Long Island Iced Tea. This iconic drink packs a punch with its combination of vodka, tequila, rum, gin, and triple sec, all topped off with a splash of cola. It's the perfect cocktail to sip on while lounging by the pool or gathering with friends for a backyard barbecue.

To make Dale's Long Island Iced Tea, follow these simple steps:

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add equal parts vodka, tequila, rum, gin, and triple sec to the shaker.
  3. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
  4. Shake the mixture vigorously to combine the flavors.
  5. Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice.
  6. Top with a splash of cola.
  7. Garnish with a lemon wedge or a sprig of fresh mint.
  8. Give it a gentle stir to mix in the cola.
  9. Enjoy your refreshing and potent Dale's Long Island Iced Tea!


Best served in a Collins Glass.


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Dale's Long Island Iced Tea Cocktail: A Classic Drink with a Twist

If you're looking for a refreshing and potent cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day, look no further than Dale's Long Island Iced Tea. This classic drink is a favorite among cocktail enthusiasts for its unique blend of spirits that pack quite the punch.

Origins of the Long Island Iced Tea

The origins of the Long Island Iced Tea are somewhat murky, with several stories claiming to be the true originator of this iconic cocktail. One popular theory is that it was created in the 1970s by Robert "Rosebud" Butt at the Oak Beach Inn in Hampton Bays, New York. Another story attributes its creation to an unnamed bartender at the Old Beach House Bar in Ocean City, Maryland.

Regardless of its exact origins, one thing is certain – the Long Island Iced Tea has become a staple on bar menus around the world due to its deliciously boozy flavor profile.

Dale DeGroff's Take on The Classic Cocktail

Renowned mixologist Dale DeGroff put his own spin on this classic drink by incorporating fresh lemon juice and homemade cola syrup into his recipe. The result is a more balanced and flavorful version of the traditional Long Island Iced Tea that has garnered rave reviews from cocktail aficionados.

To make Dale's version of this beloved drink, you'll need equal parts vodka, gin, rum, tequila blanco, triple sec or Cointreau liqueur (or any orange-flavored liqueur), lemon juice (freshly squeezed), simple syrup or cola syrup (homemade if possible), and club soda.

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice.

2. Add all liquors – vodka, gin, rum,

tequila blanco

3. Add triple sec or Cointreau liqueur

4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into shaker

5.Add simple syrup or cola syrup

6.Shake well until chilled.

7.Strain mixture into an ice-filled highball glass.

8.Top off with club soda.

9.Garnish with lemon wheel or wedge as desired.

Whether you're sipping it poolside or enjoying it at your favorite bar,

Dale's Long Island Iced Tea is sure to be a hit wherever you go! So next time you're craving something cool and refreshing,

give this twist on an old favorite try - Cheers!



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