Mock tail recipe series; Chapter 1, Long Island tea { Non alcoholic version}

Welcome to this insightful journey of mock tail enlightenment my darlings. Just in case you are a stranger to mock tails or wondering why people make a fuss about them illd explain in a tiny bit. 

About mock tails (brief history)

Mock tails by definition, are beverages that would usually contain a combination of juices, syrups, and botanicals on ice. 

Now looking back at the Mock tail history, the truth is that, it’s  origin is currently unknown. However, it was said to have been coined as far back as 1916. Back then, establishments tilted towards developing prohibition liquor-free drinks for a change. The “Virgin Mary,” an alcohol-free version of Bloody Mary, was a rave of the moment at the time. 

Even now, and In recent years, people are becoming more aware of health risks and are continuously searching for better health seeking behaviours. In other words, these mocktails, are the go to for people who want to skip the alcohol but join the party! 

You’ll find them almost anywhere, we are talking from fancy restaurants to bar clubs. There are now an array of  mixologists who are constantly coming up with better and exciting new mash ups. 

Now let’s take one of the key mocktails that has stolen most taste buds! Drum rolls for the Long Island iced Tea! 

About Long island iced tea

The alcoholic version of this recipe has been a club favourite for a long time, with varying recipes that are all built strongly on the foundation of mixtures involving alcohol / spirits, cola and lime/lemon. This drink though appealing to the taste buds, has been noted to be notorious and responsible for getting people drunk, especially those with very little self control. Thankfully, the dupe has come to save the day and reduce the alcholism. The Long island iced tea is usually best served with the high ball drinking glass. 

Let me share with y’all my perfect non alcoholic Long Island iced tea recipe.

Ingredients/Steps

• 15 teaspoons of English Breakfast loose leaf { any would suffice}
• 50 ml of apple cider vinegar
• 500 ml ginger beer
• 1 freshly squeezed lemon, juice
• 1 sliced lemon to garnish
• Sprigs of fresh mint
• Some Ice
• 50 mls of Coca cola

Instructions

• Get a jug ready to infuse your tea, most preferably a big jug, say a 2L jug. Infuse your tea for about 5 mins.
• Get your other ingredients together, pour into your jug and mix well.
• Serve nicely in smaller quantities in your glass {preferably a high ball glass cup}
• Use your cut out lemon slice to garnish

Your Non alcoholic Long Island Iced tea mocktail is ready!.