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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
1 oz lemon juice
2 oz gin
scant 1/2 oz maraschino liqueur
slight dash of simple syrup
ice
homemade maraschino cherries

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 1 oz of lemon juice.

2

Add 2 oz of gin.

3

Pour in a scant 1/2 oz of maraschino liqueur, not filling it all the way to the top.

4

Add just a slight dash of simple syrup.

5

Add ice to the shaker.

6

Shake vigorously to combine the ingredients.

7

Serve the drink in a fluted cordial glass.

8

Garnish with homemade maraschino cherries, dropping them into the drink.

Cooking Techniques

shakingstraining

Equipment Needed

cocktail shakerfluted cordial glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

Aviation

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