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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 gin
3/4 ounce maraschino liqueur
3/4 ounce lemon juice
ice
cocktail 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

Start with a martini glass.

2

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

3

Add 2 ounces of gin to the shaker.

4

Add 3/4 ounce of maraschino liqueur to the shaker.

5

Add 3/4 ounce of lemon juice to the shaker.

6

Shake all the ingredients together.

7

Strain the mixture over the martini glass.

8

Garnish with a cocktail cherry.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakermartini glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Aviation

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