After all, this was how a Long Island Iced Tea was originally meant to be enjoyed back in the 1920s when it was created. After one sip in, I realized why. It was by far the best Long Island iced ...

When done right, this classic cocktail is surprisingly bright and refreshing. In a large pitcher, combine ice, vodka, gin, rum, tequila, triple sec, maple syrup, lemon juice and lime juice.

Understanding which cocktails might complicate a first date can help create a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

The Long Island Iced Tea Company, as its name suggests, was in the business of selling beverages. And not as many as it might have liked: it lost nearly $4m (£3.2m) in the third quarter of 2017.