Long Island Iced Tea cocktail illustration

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Long Island Iced Tea

Expect strong, citrus and refreshing. What follows is a lean, light body with a moderate in strength centre. Compared with French 76, it leans toward a different balance. Its finish keeps the vodka base in view, even when the opening flavours feel more immediate. The index points toward Burgers or Fried food at the table; French 76 is the nearest place to continue exploring.

StrongCitrusRefreshing
APPROX. ABV
20%
STRENGTH
3/5
DRINKABILITY
5/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness2
Bitterness0
Sourness4
Strength3
Body1
Drinkability5
Fruity2
Herbal1
Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Vodka

25 ml Modifier

Method
Shake with ice and strain.
Glass
Highball or wine glass
Garnish
Citrus twist or wheel
Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Burgers
02Fried food

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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