Long Island Iced Tea
The deceptive delight that’s both dangerous and delicious. The drink that’s as deceptive as your last Instagram post and as potent as your ex’s revenge.
Here’s your LIIT. Don’t be deceived by its looks. It’s the ultimate chameleon of cocktails, a master of disguise that packs a punch with every sip. Despite its innocent appearance resembling a glass of iced tea on a hot summer day, this concoction is a wild fusion of spirits, creating a boozy symphony of flavors. Take a sip and be ready for a refreshing yet exhilarating ride on the cocktail rollercoaster. Cheers!
Ingredients
1/2 oz Vodka
1/2 oz Rum
1/2 oz Gin
1/2 oz Tequila
1/2 oz Triple Sec
3/4 oz Lemon juice
1 oz Simple syrup
Cola
Suggested Garnish: Lemon Spiral
Suggested Glass: Collins Glass
Shake all ingredients except cola with ice, then strain into a glass filled with ice.
Top with cola and stir gently.
Garnish with a lemon spiral.
Revelations:
The history and origin of the Bloody Mary are as colorful as the cocktail itself. While the exact details are debated, one popular theory credits Fernand Petiot, a bartender at Harry’s New York Bar in Paris during the 1920s, with its creation. Legend has it that Petiot mixed vodka with tomato juice and spices, naming it after Queen Mary I of England, known for her bloody reign. Another version attributes the drink’s invention to the St. Regis Hotel in New York City in the 1930s. Regardless of its precise origins, the Bloody Mary’s popularity grew steadily, becoming an iconic brunch cocktail celebrated for its bold flavors and alleged hangover-curing properties.
Interesting facts
While vodka is a key ingredient in the Bloody Mary today, the original recipe likely used gin.
Different countries put their spin on the Bloody Mary, resulting in variations like the “Bloody Caesar” in Canada (made with clamato juice), the “Michelada” in Mexico (includes beer), and the “Red Snapper” in Japan (uses gin instead of vodka).
Revelations:
The Long Island Iced Tea has a fascinating history that dates back to the 1970s, emerging as a creative invention in Long Island, New York. While its exact origins are debated, it’s believed to have been crafted by bartender Robert “Rosebud” Butt at the Oak Beach Inn in the town of Babylon, Long Island. The cocktail’s name is derived from its resemblance to non-alcoholic iced tea, disguising its potent mix of spirits.
Interesting facts
In the 1980s, the Long Island Iced Tea became the center of a legal battle when a liquor company attempted to trademark the cocktail’s name.
Some estimates suggest that a typical Long Island Iced Tea can contain over 200 calories per serving
