Long Island Iced Tea
Build into glass filled with ice. Stir gently
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Measurement Guide
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Fun Facts
Origin
The Long Island Iced Tea is said to have been invented in the 1970s by a bartender named Robert "Rosebud" Butt, who created the drink as part of a contest to make a new mixed drink using Triple Sec. It was concocted at a bar in Long Island, New York, which is how it got its name. This powerhouse cocktail mixes vodka, tequila, rum, gin, triple sec, lemon juice, and a splash of cola, which gives it a deceptive tea-like appearance
Popularity
The drink became wildly popular in the late 1970s and 1980s, riding the wave of disco fever and the era's penchant for high-octane, potent cocktails. Its ability to pack multiple types of alcohol into a single glass made it a staple at bars and a favorite among party-goers looking for a quick buzz
Culture & History
The Long Island Iced Tea has become synonymous with a night of abandon and is often referenced in popular culture as a symbol of excessive drinking. Its reputation for strength and its eclectic mix of spirits encapsulate the experimental and excessive spirit of the time during which it was created. Despite its notoriety, or perhaps because of it, the Long Island Iced Tea remains a popular choice, embodying both a cautionary tale and a beloved relic of cocktail history
