Looking for a refreshing twist on a classic summer cocktail that’s perfect for backyard gatherings, beach days, or any sunny Fort Lauderdale soirée? Meet the New England Iced Tea — a vibrant, cranberry-kissed cousin of the famous Long Island Iced Tea.
Born from New England summers filled with clambakes and cottage weekends, this pretty pink sipper swaps the usual cola for tart cranberry juice, delivering a bright, balanced punch of five spirits that’s surprisingly light and dangerously drinkable. It’s the kind of crowd-pleasing drink that turns an ordinary afternoon into a celebration — and it comes together in just minutes.
Whether you’re hosting a poolside party or simply craving a taste of the Northeast with a Treasure Coast vibe, this recipe is your new go-to. Let’s mix one up!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce light rum
- 1 ounce gin
- 1 ounce Triple Sec
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce tequila
- 1 to 1-1/2 cups ice cubes
- 2 ounces cranberry juice
- Lemon slice, optional
Directions
- In a mixing glass or tumbler, combine the sugar, vodka, rum, gin, Triple Sec, lime juice and tequila; stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Place ice in a highball glass; pour in the sugar mixture. Top with cranberry juice. Garnish with lemon if desired.
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