Tokyo Tea Cocktail Recipe: Master This Refreshing Drink Today!
When I'm in the mood for a cocktail that's a little adventurous but still smooth, I reach for a Tokyo Tea. This drink has become one of my favorites because it offers that familiar taste of a Long Island Iced Tea with an exciting, green twist, thanks to the melon liqueur.
If you love a drink that's refreshing yet packs a punch, you’re going to love making this at home. Plus, it's super easy to whip up with a few simple ingredients, and it’s guaranteed to impress your friends. So, let’s dive into my favorite Tokyo Tea Cocktail Recipe.
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How Strong is a Tokyo Tea?
Tokyo Tea might look fun and fruity, but don’t let the color fool you—this cocktail is quite strong! With a mix of four spirits (vodka, rum, tequila, and gin) plus triple sec, it has a high alcohol content. If you're sipping on one of these, take it slow and enjoy it at a relaxed pace. It’s great for a fun night out or a weekend gathering with friends.
What Makes Tokyo Tea Different from Long Island Iced Tea?
While both drinks share a similar base of multiple spirits, the key difference between Tokyo Tea and Long Island Iced Tea is the addition of Midori, which gives Tokyo Tea its signature green color and sweet, fruity melon flavor.
Long Island Iced Tea uses cola, but in Tokyo Tea, we use lemon-lime soda for a lighter, citrusy taste. This makes Tokyo Tea a bit sweeter and more playful than its iced tea cousin.
Tokyo Tea Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Tall glass (highball glass)
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or Measuring Tool
- Strainer
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- ½ oz Vodka
- ½ oz Rum
- ½ oz Tequila
- ½ oz Gin
- ½ oz Triple Sec
- ½ oz Midori Melon Liqueur
- 1 oz Sweet and Sour Mix
- Splash of Lemon-Lime Soda such as Sprite or 7-Up
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice and cherry optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Start by filling a tall glass (a highball glass works great) with ice cubes. You want the glass nice and chilled for this refreshing drink.
- Mix the Spirits: In a cocktail shaker, pour in the vodka, rum, tequila, gin, triple sec, and Midori. These six ingredients are what make this drink stand out.
- Add Sweet and Sour Mix: Pour in the sweet and sour mix. This adds a perfect balance of tangy sweetness that ties all the flavors together.
- Shake It Up: Secure the lid on your shaker and give it a good shake for about 15-20 seconds. You want everything mixed well and nicely chilled.
- Pour and Top Off: Strain the mixture into your ice-filled glass. Top it off with a splash of lemon-lime soda to give the drink a fizzy finish.
- Garnish: If you want to get fancy, garnish your Tokyo Tea with a lemon slice and a cherry. It’s the perfect finishing touch!
