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Aviation Cocktail

Cultural Context

The Aviation Cocktail originated in the early 20th century, with its first known recipe appearing in 1916. Named for its pale blue color reminiscent of the sky, the drink combines gin with a unique blend of maraschino liqueur and crème de violette. It embodies the spirit of the cocktail renaissance, celebrating the artistry of mixology. Today, it's a classic, often enjoyed in cocktail bars and at gatherings, showcasing the elegance of vintage cocktails.

AmericanUSdrink
10 min
easy
1 servings
Servings4
2 ounces Plymouth gin
1/2 ounce Luxardo maraschino liqueur
1/2 ounce fresh squeezed lemon juice
small amount of crème de violette
maraschino cherry

maraschino liqueur

💰Cheaper: cherry juice

Cherry juice adds sweetness without the alcohol.

crème de violette

💰Cheaper: blue curaçao

Blue curaçao provides color and sweetness.

1

Use 2 ounces of Plymouth gin as the base.

2

Add 1/2 ounce of Luxardo maraschino liqueur.

3

Add 1/2 ounce of fresh squeezed lemon juice.

4

Add a small amount of crème de violette, being careful not to use too much.

5

Shake the mixture in a cocktail shaker.

6

Strain the mixture into a martini glass.

7

Garnish with a single maraschino cherry, either skewered or dropped into the glass.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakerstrainermartini glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Aviation

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