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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 lemon juice
1/2 ounce maraschino liqueur
1/4 ounce crème de violette
ice

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

Prepare a cocktail shaker.

2

Add 2 ounces of gin to the shaker.

3

Pour in 3/4 ounce of lemon juice.

4

Add 1/2 ounce of maraschino liqueur.

5

Pour in 1/4 ounce of crème de violette.

6

Fill the shaker with ice.

7

Shake vigorously until well chilled, about 15-20 seconds.

8

Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakerstrainercocktail glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Aviation

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