Uncovering the True Origins of the Long Island Iced TeaIn this episode of the Season Three premiere, hosts Lara and Jenna take listeners on a journey through Tennessee's rich history with a surprising twist—the true origins of the Long Island Iced Tea. Joined by award-winning bartender Shane Winegar, they uncover the drink's Prohibition-era roots in Kingsport, Tennessee, not in New York as commonly believed. The team discusses the evolution of the recipe, competitions between Tennessee and New York, and how local businesses have embraced this unique heritage. Listeners are also treated to a live, step-by-step creation of the original Kingsport Long Island Iced Tea, complete with a taste test. The episode wraps up with a sneak peek into future plans, including a Long Island Tea Trail to further celebrate and share this delicious piece of Tennessee history.00:00 Welcome to Season Three00:11 Exploring Tennessee's Hidden Gems00:29 Introducing the Hosts and Studio01:14 The Story of Long Island Iced Tea01:24 Prohibition Era Tales01:51 Meet Shane Winegar04:22 The Kingsport Connection12:58 The New York Challenge13:25 Mixing the Perfect Long Island Iced Tea17:18 Unbelievable Drinking Feats17:48 Long Island Iced Tea Stories18:28 The Secret Ingredient: Maple Syrup18:56 Kingsport's Journey to Victory21:43 Mixing the Perfect Long Island Iced Tea23:51 Local Businesses Join the Fun29:27 Introducing the Long Island Tea Trail32:04 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts