A drink that stands tall and packs a wallop, the Walk Me Down might knock you down if you’re not careful.
The Long Island Iced Tea is one of the more potent cocktails in existence. A hefty combination of tequila, rum, gin, and vodka, the LIIT (as I’ll refer to it) is one of those elixirs that has a reputation for getting you where you want to go a lot faster than other mixed drinks.
The Walk Me Down is a simple riff on the classic Iced Tea that was originally invented in Long Island, New York, around 1972. This cocktail, well… I’m not really sure who came up with this version or who thought up the name, but it seems to have emerged sometime in the 1980s. This drink is sometimes also called a Walk Me Down (Sweet Jesus), suggesting a religious connotation. Maybe this mixture was so strong that whoever first had one started seeing angels, or even demons, which prompted them to exclaim, “Walk me down, Sweet Jesus!” If that happened to me, I’d probably quit drinking.
I’m getting off on a tangent here, so let’s get back to our home bars and take a look at how we’ll be making the Walk Me Down. No matter what it’s called or who came up with it, this boisterous cocktail has the potential to run you down, so remember to sip easily. There’s no rush.
What are the best spirits to use in a Walk Me Down?
With drinks like these—variations on the LIIT—you’re mixing a handful of different spirits together, so the unique flavors of each won’t be as prominent as they would in other cocktails. Choose those you like and don’t go for anything too pricey, as their subtle notes and aromas may be lost in this mix. To ensure you get a clear, sparkly, turquoise Walk Me Down, though, definitely choose a white rum and blanco tequila to go with the already clear gin and vodka.
Ingredients
- 1/2 ounce tequila
- 1/2 ounce vodka
- 1/2 ounce white rum
- 1/2 ounce blue curaçao
- 1/2 ounce gin
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 1 ounce lemon juice
- Lemon-lime soda to top, such as 7UP or Sprite
- Lemon slice or lemon twist to garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker filled with ice, combine tequila, vodka, white rum, blue curaçao, gin, simple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
- Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top the glass with lemon-lime soda and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a slice of lemon or a twist of lemon peel, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
What kind of glassware and garnish are used?
A highball or collins glass has just the perfect amount of space for your ice and your tipple. Garnish with a lemon wheel or twist.
Is this the same as an Adios, Motherf***er?
Yes, it is! Why the different name for the same drink? Imagine going to a family-friendly establishment and asking your server for an Adios, Motherf***er. The cocktail’s name lends itself to aliases.
Walk Me Down Variations
These strong and eye-popping Long Island Iced Tea variations will keep your next party going all week long. Twist & Toast has a number of excellent recipes to choose from. But why choose? Give them all a try! Check out a sampling of what we have below:
- Long Beach Iced Tea – Adding cranberry to this version of the classic drink brings those West Coast vibes to the East Coast classic.
- Tokyo Tea – Featuring Midori, this Iced Tea variation is so delicious it almost glows.
- Blue Long Island – Another blue Iced Tea variation, this one topped with ginger ale for an extra bubbly experience.
- Texas Tea – Adding bourbon gives this Iced Tea some spurs for a little extra kick.
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