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Long Island Iced Tea Calories
High-alcohol cocktail with sweetened mixer
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Long Island Iced Tea (240 g) has 336 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Long Island Iced Tea Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 240 g
336
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
26.4g
· 10% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
Long Island Iced Tea nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 336 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Long Island Iced Tea?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 240 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 42 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 350 g | 490 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Long Island Iced Tea
Does Long Island Iced Tea contain tea?
No, Long Island Iced Tea usually contains no tea. Its name refers to the iced-tea-like color it gets from cola, while the classic drink is made with several spirits, citrus, and a sweet mixer.
What is in a Long Island Iced Tea?
A classic Long Island Iced Tea combines vodka, gin, rum, tequila, and orange liqueur with lemon juice or sour mix, then adds a splash of cola. Recipes vary, especially in the proportions and the mixer used.
How much alcohol is in a Long Island Iced Tea?
Long Island Iced Tea is a high-alcohol cocktail because it combines several spirits. Its exact alcohol content varies with the recipe and pour size, so one bar’s version may be considerably stronger than another’s.
How do you make a Long Island Iced Tea?
To make a Long Island Iced Tea, combine the spirits with lemon juice or sour mix over ice, then top with a little cola. The drink is commonly served in a tall glass with a lemon wedge; recipes differ in their measurements.
Why is it called Long Island Iced Tea if it has no tea?
Long Island Iced Tea is named for its resemblance to iced tea, not for containing brewed tea. Cola gives the cocktail its tea-like color, while “Long Island” refers to the New York area associated with one account of its origins.
Is Long Island Iced Tea stronger than most cocktails?
Often, yes: Long Island Iced Tea contains several different spirits in one serving. Sweet citrus and cola can mask some of the alcohol taste, so it may seem milder than it is.
What does Long Island Iced Tea taste like?
Long Island Iced Tea tastes sweet, citrusy, and lightly cola-like, with a sour edge from lemon. The mix of spirits gives it a noticeable alcoholic finish, though the sweetness can make that less obvious at first.
Does Long Island Iced Tea have caffeine?
Usually, yes, in a small amount from the cola. Long Island Iced Tea generally contains no brewed tea, and its caffeine content depends on the kind and amount of cola used.
Can you make Long Island Iced Tea without sour mix?
Yes, Long Island Iced Tea can be made without bottled sour mix by using fresh lemon juice and a sweetener instead. This gives you more control over the balance of tartness and sweetness, while keeping the cocktail’s characteristic spirits and cola.
Can Long Island Iced Tea be made as a mocktail?
Yes, you can make a Long Island Iced Tea-inspired mocktail by leaving out the spirits and combining citrus, cola, and alcohol-free mixers. It will resemble the original in color and flavor, but it is not the classic alcoholic cocktail.
Long Island Iced Tea Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
Long Island Iced Tea Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Long Island Iced Tea
To burn the 336 calories in 1 serving (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Long Island Iced Tea?
Despite its name, Long Island Iced Tea contains no tea. It is a strong cocktail associated with Long Island, New York, typically made with vodka, gin, rum, tequila, orange liqueur, lemon or sour mix, and a splash of cola.
Served tall over ice, it has a sweet-tart, cola-forward taste that can mask its strength. It is commonly found on bar menus in the US and elsewhere, often with a lemon wedge. Nutritionally, it is a high-alcohol drink with a sweetened mixer rather than a substantial source of nutrients. If you want a less intense option, ask for a smaller serving or choose a non-alcoholic drink; water alongside it is also a practical pairing.
How Nutritious Is Long Island Iced Tea?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Long Island Iced Tea Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Long Island Iced Tea Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Long Island Iced Tea Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Long Island Iced Tea Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.