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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 oz London Dry Gin
0.75 oz Lemon Juice
0.5 oz Luxardo Maraschino Liquor
0.25 oz Simple Syrup
1/2 Bar Spoon Creme de Violette

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

Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice water.

2

In a cocktail shaker, combine London Dry Gin, Luxardo Maraschino Liquor, Creme de Violette, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup.

3

Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously until well chilled, about 15-20 seconds.

4

Empty the ice water from the chilled cocktail glass.

5

Strain the mixture into the chilled glass.

6

Garnish with a cocktail cherry and a lemon twist.

7

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakerstrainercocktail glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Aviation

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