Classic Recipe: Gene's Long Island Iced Tea

Indulge in the ultimate cocktail experience with Gene's Long Island Iced Tea. This classic American cocktail is a combination of five different spirits, topped with cola and a squeeze of fresh lemon. Its refreshing and potent blend makes it a favorite at parties and bars across the country. Follow our step-by-step recipe to create this iconic drink at home and impress your guests with your bartending skills. Cheers to the perfect Long Island Iced Tea!

Ingredients

• 1/2 oz vodka
• 1/2 oz rum
• 1/2 oz tequila
• 1/2 oz gin
• 1/2 oz triple sec
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup
• Cola
• Lemon wedges, for garnish
• Ice cubes

Directions

1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, rum, tequila, gin, triple sec, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds to mix and chill the ingredients.
3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice cubes.
4. Top off the glass with cola, leaving some space for garnish.
5. Gently stir the drink to combine all the ingredients.
6. Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve chilled.

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