Looking for an elegant and visually stunning cocktail with a rich history? The Aviation cocktail, with its distinctive violet hue and perfect balance of sweet, sour, and floral notes, is a Prohibition-era classic that has made a remarkable comeback in recent years. Created in the early 1900s, this gin-based cocktail showcases the delicate flavor of violet liqueur alongside maraschino and bright citrus, resulting in a sophisticated drink that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Aviation Cocktail Recipe
Cuisine: USADifficulty: Easy
Servings
1
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCalories
209
kcal
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Ingredients
60 ml 2 fl oz gin
15 ml 1/2 fl oz maraschino liqueur
15 ml 1/2 fl oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
7.5 ml 1/4 fl oz crème de violette
1 teaspoon 1 tsp simple syrup (optional, for slightly sweeter taste)
Ice cubes
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker
Hawthorne strainer
Jigger
Coupe glass
Instructions
- Chill your cocktail glass by filling it with ice and water while you prepare the drink.
- Add the gin, maraschino liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and crème de violette to your cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Empty the ice water from your cocktail glass.
- Double-strain the cocktail through both a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh strainer into the chilled glass to ensure a smooth texture.
- Garnish with a brandied cherry or a twist of lemon peel (optional).
Notes
- For the most authentic experience, look for Luxardo maraschino liqueur, which has a distinctive dry cherry flavor unlike the sweeter varieties.
