This is a regular long island iced tea with a little Mango liqueur added to it. This cocktail recipe is a perfect summer tequila drink
I am all into cocktail recipes lately. I guess it is the summer heat that is beating down on me here in Florida.
I have experimented with so many tequila drinks over the last week, I think my apartment is beginning to smell like a bar.
A little cigarette smoke would complete the ambiance!
It is funny that I never drank Long Island iced tea in the twelve years I was in New York.
Now that I am Florida, I find myself experimenting recipes for Long Island iced teas, Manhattans, Cosmos and the side car. Hmmm, I wonder why that is the case??
“You may leave New York, but, New York will never leave you”. That was the wisdom my friend gave me when I moved.
She was so right….
Setting aside nostalgia, there is also another reason why I have this flavored drink recipe.
I got a huge and very positive response from my cantaloupe margarita recipe. All of you seemed to love the idea of mixed drinks with fruit infused flavors.
Let me know your thoughts on this long island tea recipe.
There are mango vodka drinks that you can use in this recipe, but, I found that mango liqueur is the best.
You can use the classic Long Island Iced Tea recipes, but, I modified it just a little. I prefer using superfine sugar instead of triple sec.
The traditional Long Island iced tea was created by Robert Butt in 1972.
There may be a few more flavored drinks and tequila drinks coming on the blog.
What is your favorite New York drink?
Mango-Flavored Long Island Iced Tea
Long Island Iced Tea (Mango Flavored)
Ingredients
- 1 oz Vodka (I am a Smirnoff girl)
- 1 oz Gin (if you find grapefruit flavored, use that)
- 1 oz Tequila (I suggest Hornitos tequila)
- 2 oz Mango Liqueur
- 1 oz light rum
- t tsp lemon juice
- 2 oz Grand Marnier (orange & cognac)
- 2 tsp sugar (superfine preferred)
- 3 oz Cola (regular, not diet)
- ice cubes (large)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a martini shaker, add all the ingredients (Except cola)
- Shake well
- Add cola and stir
- Strain into a long glass and serve immediately
Nutrition
Matthew says
This is the worst thing I’ve ever seen on the internet. Shaking cola? 8 oz of spirits? ‘Grapefruit’ gin? You, madame, are drunk.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Matthew. The worst thing? I think this is the worst thing I have seen on the internet. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/picturegalleries/howaboutthat/9245779/My-parent-is-an-idiot-the-worlds-worst-parents-in-pictures.html
Joy @ Joy Love Food says
Yum, this sounds so delicious and refreshing, I love your idea to add mango!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Joy.
Sandra - The Foodie Affair says
Hello weekend cocktail! Can’t wait to kick my feet up and enjoy this gorgeous beverage!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Sandra. Have two or more of these of the weekend. 🙂
christine says
It’s just occurred to me that I have never actually had a long island iced tea! I haven’t seen mango liqueur but I’ll be on the hunt now. I actually think I have everything else and it just so happens we’re having a party this weekend – perfect timing? I think so!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Christine. I think you will like your very first Long Island Iced tea. The mango makes it exotic and delicious.
lizzy says
Now I am thirsty….. This looks like such a fab. drink to have by the pool, I just printed to make this weekend!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Lizzy. I plan to lounge by the pool too this weekend. I can’t wait for Saturday to roll around.
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
I love this. I love me the long island in general but you have made a nice twist.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Michelle.
Barrett @dirtylaundrykitchen.com says
This version of the long island looks even more delicious- and therefore dangerous! than the original. I like your twist.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Barrett. I try to live dangerously when it comes to my drinks. 🙂
Lauren @ Wicked Spatula says
LOVE Long Islands! This one sounds great!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Lauren
Sandi Gaertner (@sandigtweets) says
The infamous long Island ice tea…that brings back some fun memories 🙂 Love this recipe variation.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Sandi.
The Food Hunter says
This sounds wonderful! Nothing wrong with lots of cocktails being made!!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Theresa
Rachel @ Simple Seasonal says
This looks amazing! I love Long Island Iced Tea and I love mango! I’m thinking this something I want to drink when we go to the shore this year!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Rachel. This is the perfect recipe for the shore! I want to be sitting on the shore, drinking one of these
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
Perfect! My husband loves long islands ice teas and I love mango–a perfect pair for us 🙂
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Kristen
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
O I love mangos!! What a fabulous flavor idea! And any sip that’s iced and cold right now is so welcomed!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Rebecca. Mangoes make me so happy.
Debra @ Bowl Me Over says
I’m loving these drinks you’re putting together! These looks amazing, cheers!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Debra.
Marye says
Yum! Long Island Iced Tea is one of my favs. I love the tropical twist you’ve given it!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Marye.
[email protected] says
I went through a Long Island Iced Tea phase a few years ago, and maybe I’ll get back into them with your recipe. Loving the mango twist, so tropical.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Janette