Calories: 349kcal
The Blue Long Island, also known as Electric Blue, is a captivating twist on the classic Long Island Iced Tea. Replacing cola with blue curaçao, this cocktail boasts a vivid blue color and an extra zing of citrusy goodness. It’s a perfect blend of vodka, gin, white rum, gold tequila, blue curaçao, and sours. Ideal for parties or whenever you want a visually stunning and potent drink. If you’re a fan of multi-spirit cocktails like the AMF, the Blue Long Island is a must-try, offering a complex yet harmonious array of flavors. Cheers to colorful drinking!
Ingredients
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Gin
- 1 oz White Rum
- 1 oz Gold Tequila
- 1 oz Blue Curaçao Liqueur
- 3-5 oz Sours to taste
- Ice
- Lemon wedge for garnish
- Straw
Instructions
Combine Spirits and Sours:
- Add 1 oz of vodka, 1 oz of gin, 1 oz of white rum, 1 oz of gold tequila, and 3-5 oz of sours (depending on how strong you want the drink; the sours will help balance the taste of the alcohol) into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake and Pour:
- Shake well and pour the mixture into your glass.
Add Blue Curaçao:
- Pour 1 oz of blue curaçao over the top of the drink to add flavor and color.
Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with a lemon wedge and add a straw. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant Blue Long Island Iced Tea.
Notes
The Blue Long Island Iced Tea is a visually stunning and flavorful drink that adds a new twist to a beloved classic. The key to this cocktail is balancing the strong spirits with the right amount of sours to achieve a smooth, refreshing taste. Feel free to adjust the quantities to suit your preferences. For an extra touch, you can rim the glass with sugar or add a cherry on top for garnish.
This cocktail is perfect for summer parties, poolside gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests with a colorful and potent drink. The combination of blue curaçao and multiple spirits creates a unique and memorable flavor that will keep everyone coming back for more.
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Estimated Nutrition:
Calories: 349kcal (17%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 0.03gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 9g (10%)Calcium: 0.3mgIron: 0.1mg (1%)
