How Many Carbs Are In A Long Island Iced Tea?
A Long Island Iced Tea is a popular cocktail typically made of vodka, tequila, white rum, triple sec and cola. But how many carbs are in this delicious drink?
Carb Content of Long Island Iced Tea
The carbohydrate content of a Long Island Iced Tea depends on the ingredients used and the amount of each ingredient in the drink. A typical recipe for a Long Island Iced Tea contains:
- 1 part vodka
- 1 part tequila
- 1 part white rum
- 1 part triple sec
- 2 parts cola
The amount of carbs in each of these ingredients is as follows:
- Vodka: 0 g carbs per 1 oz serving.
- Tequila: 0 g carbs per 1 oz serving.
- White Rum: 0 g carbs per 1 oz serving.
- Triple Sec: 5 g carbs per 1
oz serving. - Cola: 28 g carbs per 12 oz serving.
Total Carb Content of Long Island Iced Tea
Combining the carb content of all the ingredients yields a total carb count of about 33 g per serving of a Long Island Iced Tea. This is approximately 11 g of carbs per each oz serving.
Overall, a Long Island Iced Tea is a low-carb cocktail, though it is important to note that it is also very high in alcohol content. As such, this drink should be consumed in moderation.
