Cherry Long Island Iced Tea
This Cherry Long Island Iced Tea puts a fruity twist on the classic cocktail by muddling fresh cherries into the potent mix of spirits and cola. Bright citrus juices cut through the boozy blend, while the cherry adds a sweet, vibrant note—perfect for backyard gatherings or a festive evening!
Ingredients
- 4 cherries muddled
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz gin
- ½ oz light rum
- ½ oz tequila
- ½ oz orange liqueur
- ½ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz lime juice
- 2 oz cola
Instructions
- Muddle cherries in a shaker.
- Add vodka, gin, rum, tequila, orange liqueur, lemon juice, and lime juice.
- Add ice and shake well.
- Strain into a tall glass over ice.
- Top with cola and stir.
- Garnish and enjoy!
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Notes
- Cherry Swap: Use maraschino cherries in syrup for a sweeter, more vibrant color—reduce or omit added sugar in muddling.
- Make-Ahead: Muddle cherries and mix spirits & juices in a pitcher; when guests arrive, just shake, strain, and top with cola per glass.
- Lower ABV Option: Reduce each spirit to ¼ oz and increase citrus juices by ¼ oz each for a lighter cocktail.