BalalaikavsLong Island Iced Tea
Which one fits your taste?
Balalaika
A sharp, citrusy vodka sour — equal parts spirit, triple sec, and lemon — often called the Russian answer to the Sidecar.
Long Island Iced Tea
A deceptively potent multi-spirit blend that tastes remarkably like sweetened iced tea.
Balalaika
Long Island Iced Tea
Base
vodka
vodka
Glassware
Coupe
Highball glass
Flavor Notes
sour, strong
sour, sweet, strong
Strong?
Which should you pick?
Pick the Balalaika if you want something drier and less sweet. Go with the Long Island Iced Tea if you'd rather have something sweet and approachable. Both are bright and citrus-forward and boozy and spirit-forward, so if you enjoy one you'll likely appreciate the other.