What’s in a Long Beach Iced Tea?

The traditional version includes vodka, tequila, rum, gin, triple sec, cranberry juice, lemon, and soda. In our version, we swap in black tea and citrus juice for a cleaner, lighter mocktail.

What’s the difference between a Long Island and a Long Beach Iced Tea?

Cola vs. cranberry. The Long Island is darker and sweeter, while the Long Beach is tart and fruit-forward.

What do bartenders think about Long Island Iced Tea?

It’s known as a “stealth” drink. Many bartenders find it overcomplicated or misused, but when made well, it’s a powerhouse cocktail. Long Beach versions are often seen as more modern.

What comes in a Long Beach?

The name usually refers to the full cocktail with spirits, but it can easily be adapted with black tea, cranberry, lemon, orange juice, and soda.

Long Beach Iced Tea – 2 Easy Recipes with a Bold Twist

Ingredients

Scale

2 oz Cranberry Juice (100%)

2 oz Black Tea (brewed + cooled)

¾ oz Fresh Lemon Juice

½ oz Orange Juice

½ oz Agave Syrup or Simple Syrup

2–3 oz Soda Water or Lemon Sparkling Water

Ice

Lemon slice or mint for garnish

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Instructions

1. Brew your black tea and cool it fully before use.

2. Fill a tall glass with fresh ice.

3. Add cranberry juice, tea, lemon juice, orange juice, and syrup.

4. Stir well with a bar spoon until mixed and chilled.

5. Top with soda or lemon sparkling water.

6. Garnish with a lemon slice or mint, then serve immediately.

Notes

You can use cold brew tea for a smoother finish.

Try substituting agave syrup with honey for a floral sweetness.

Fresh citrus makes a huge difference avoid bottled lemon juice if possible.

Author: Lara
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Mocktails
Method: Stir
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 62
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 4mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 0.2g
Protein: 0.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg