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Long Island Iced Tea

Zesty Long Island Iced Tea Mocktail for Guilt-Free Sipping

Enjoy a guilt-free twist on the classic Long Island Iced Tea with this refreshing mocktail recipe that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 bags English Breakfast Tea the foundation for your drink, giving it a warm, earthy flavor profile.
  • ¼ cup Apple Cider Vinegar adds acidity and a bit of spice.
For the Citrus
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice brightens up the drink with a zesty tartness.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Orange Juice brings in sweet tropical notes.
For the Fizz
  • 2½ cups Ginger Beer adds a zesty kick.
  • 1 cup Cola optional for a fizzier drink.
For the Garnish
  • 1 sprig Mint adds a touch of freshness.

Equipment

  • kettle
  • heatproof container
  • large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Refreshing Virgin Long Island Iced Tea Mocktail
  1. Begin by boiling 4 cups of water in a kettle. Pour the hot water over 4 English breakfast tea bags in a heatproof container and steep for 5-7 minutes. Remove tea bags and cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea with ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, and ¼ cup fresh orange juice. Stir gently to blend.
  3. Slowly pour in 2½ cups of ginger beer and stir gently to incorporate.
  4. Fill glasses with ice cubes, ladle the Virgin Long Island Iced Tea into each glass, and top with a mint sprig.
  5. Taste the drink and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed by adding more lemon or orange juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 24gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh juices. Store leftovers in an airtight pitcher for up to 1 day in the fridge.

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