This boozy Long Island Iced Coffee is a dream for coffee lovers. It’s quick to mix—ready in about five minutes—and makes a perfect after-dinner cocktail when you want a spirited coffee treat.
If you love coffee, this Long Island Iced Coffee is worth trying. It’s related to the classic Long Island Iced Tea but swaps the citrus liqueur and cola for Irish cream and cold brew coffee, creating a rich, creamy coffee cocktail with a boozy kick. Whereas espresso martinis are a popular coffee cocktail, this version offers a different texture and flavor profile—more milk‑chocolate and cream notes from the Irish cream, balanced by bold cold brew.
Start your morning with cold brew and finish the day with a cold brew Long Island—this cocktail works beautifully as an after‑dinner drink or a late evening treat.
Table of contents
- How to make Long Island Iced Coffee
- How many shots are in a Long Island?
- How to make cold brew coffee
- More cocktail recipes to try
How to make Long Island Iced Coffee
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker with Irish cream liqueur, coffee liqueur, vodka, white rum, tequila, and cold brew coffee.
- Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds, then strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
That’s it—two simple steps to a delicious coffee cocktail. For best results, use a well-chilled cold brew and fresh, cube ice to keep the drink crisp without diluting it too quickly. If you prefer a slightly sweeter cocktail, try a splash of simple syrup or a coffee‑infused flavored syrup (vanilla or caramel work well).
How many shots are in a Long Island?
This version of a Long Island uses half an ounce (½ oz) each of five different spirits: Irish cream, coffee liqueur, vodka, white rum, and tequila. A standard shot in many places is 1.5 ounces, so a single serving of this Long Island contains roughly 1⅔ shots total from the spirits combined. Because it blends several liquors, the cocktail is quite boozy—sip responsibly and be mindful of alcohol strength when serving to guests.
How to make cold brew coffee
Cold brew is the preferred coffee base for this cocktail because of its smooth, low‑acidity profile, which pairs beautifully with creamy liqueurs. You can make cold brew at home by steeping coarsely ground coffee in cold water for 12–24 hours, then straining through a fine mesh or coffee filter. Alternatively, buy pre‑made cold brew or use a nice unsweetened bottled cold brew from the grocery store. If you’re short on time, strong chilled brewed coffee or iced coffee can be used in a pinch, though the flavor and mouthfeel will differ slightly.
More cocktail recipes to try
If you enjoy the Long Island Iced Coffee, explore other festive cocktails and coffee drinks for variety. Here are a few cocktail ideas to inspire your next gathering:
- Lemon Berry Prosecco Sangria
- Frozen Coconut Mojito
- Grapefruit Ginger Spiced Rum Punch
- Frozen Peach Sangria
- Grilled Jalapeño Watermelon Margarita
Long Island Iced Coffee
1 Long Island Iced Coffee
5 minutes
5 minutes
Whitney Bond
Ingredients
- ½ oz Baileys (Irish cream)
- ½ oz Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz white rum
- ½ oz tequila
- 2 oz cold brew coffee (or strong iced coffee)
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice. Shake vigorously until the shaker feels cold (about 10–15 seconds).
- Strain into a glass filled with the remaining cup of ice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cold brew can be prepared at home by steeping coarse coffee in cold water for 12–24 hours, then straining, or you can purchase ready‑made cold brew from the grocery store or coffee shop.
- ½ oz is equal to 1 tablespoon, which is a helpful conversion if you don’t have a jigger or small measuring tool.
- Adjust sweetness with a splash of simple syrup, flavored syrup, or by using a slightly sweetened cold brew if desired.
- Because this cocktail contains multiple spirits, it’s stronger than many mixed drinks—enjoy slowly and drink responsibly.
Nutrition Facts
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