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Long Island Cocktail

Long Island Cocktail recipe

Long Island Cocktail Ingredients


Long Island Cocktail Instructions

Long Island Cocktail: The Perfect Summer Drink

Looking for a refreshing and invigorating cocktail to enjoy this summer? Look no further than the Long Island Cocktail. Known for its potent and intoxicating nature, this cocktail is sure to be a hit at any summer gathering or pool party.

The Long Island Cocktail is a classic mixed drink that combines several spirits, including vodka, rum, tequila, gin, and triple sec. It gets its name from Long Island, New York, where it is said to have originated. Despite its name, this cocktail does not actually contain any iced tea or lemonade, as some might expect. Instead, it is a strong and sweet cocktail that packs a punch.

To make a Long Island Cocktail, follow these easy steps:

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add 1/2 ounce of vodka.
  3. Add 1/2 ounce of rum.
  4. Add 1/2 ounce of tequila.
  5. Add 1/2 ounce of gin.
  6. Add 1/2 ounce of triple sec.
  7. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
  8. Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 20 seconds.
  9. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
  10. Top off the glass with a splash of cola.
  11. Garnish with a lemon slice and serve.

The result is a delicious and potent cocktail that is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day. The combination of the various spirits creates a unique and complex flavor profile that is sure to impress your friends.

Keep in mind that the Long Island Cocktail is quite strong, so it's important to drink responsibly. With its high alcohol content, it's easy to get carried away and overindulge. Remember to pace yourself and always have a designated driver if you plan on enjoying this cocktail.

So, why not mix up a Long Island Cocktail for your next summer gathering? It's a crowd-pleasing drink that will have everyone coming back for more. Cheers!


Best served in a Collins Glass.


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Long Island Iced Tea is a popular cocktail that originated in the United States. Despite its name, this drink does not actually contain any tea. Instead, it is a potent mix of several different spirits that gives it a strong and complex flavor profile.

The Long Island Iced Tea was reportedly invented in the 1970s by Robert "Rosebud" Butt at the Oak Beach Inn on Long Island, New York. The story goes that Butt created the drink as a way to use up excess liquor inventory before an inspection by state authorities. He combined vodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec, sour mix, and cola to create what would become known as the Long Island Iced Tea.

The resulting cocktail is a deceptive one – despite its innocent appearance and refreshing taste, it packs quite a punch due to its high alcohol content. The combination of multiple spirits gives it a unique flavor profile that has made it a favorite among many drinkers.

To make your own Long Island Iced Tea at home, you will need equal parts vodka, rum (white), gin, tequila (silver), and triple sec along with some fresh lemon juice and simple syrup for sweetness. Mix all these ingredients together in a shaker with ice and strain into an ice-filled glass before topping off with cola.

Whether you enjoy this classic cocktail at home or order one at your favorite bar or restaurant be sure to sip responsibly as this drink can sneak up on you quickly!



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