Peachy Keen Long Island Iced Tea: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Cocktail

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Peachy Keen Long Island Iced Tea: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Cocktail
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 16, 2024

This Peachy Keen Long Island Iced Tea recipe is the perfect drink for those hot summer days. With the addition of sweet peach schnapps, this classic cocktail gets a refreshing twist. Made with a combination of vodka, rum, tequila, gin, peach schnapps, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and cola, this drink is sweet, tangy, and oh-so-boozy. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or simply looking to cool off by the pool, this Peachy Keen Long Island Iced Tea is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

  • 1 oz vodka
  • 1 oz rum
  • 1 oz tequila
  • 1 oz gin
  • 1 oz peach schnapps
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • Cola, to top

Directions

  1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  2. Add vodka, rum, tequila, gin, peach schnapps, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the glass.
  3. Top with cola.
  4. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with a lemon wedge or peach slice, if desired.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • The Long Island Iced Tea was created during the Prohibition era in the United States when liquor was scarce.
  • Despite the name, the Long Island Iced Tea does not typically contain any tea. Instead, it gets its name from the amber color that resembles iced tea.
  • The Peachy Keen variation adds a fruity and sweet twist to the classic Long Island Iced Tea, making it even more refreshing.