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Aviation cocktail
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Aviation

The Aviation cocktail is a classic drink that combines gin, maraschino liqueur, crème de violette, and fresh lemon juice, resulting in a beautifully balanced and aromatic concoction. Its pale lavender hue and floral notes evoke a sense of elegance, making it a timeless choice for cocktail enthusiasts. Often garnished with a cherry or a lemon twist, the Aviation is both refreshing and sophisticated.

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Prep Time
5 Min
Difficulty
Easy
Glass
Cocktail glass
Serves
1 Serving
Base Spirit
Gin

Ingredients

  • 4.5 clGin
  • 1.5 cllemon juice
  • 1.5 clmaraschino liqueur

Pairs Well With

  • Caviar canapés
  • Foie gras
  • Cured prosciutto
  • Sea urchin
  • Caviar-topped endive

Preparation

  1. 1

    Add all ingredients into cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry.

Best Enjoyed

cocktail partiesrooftop gatheringsanniversaries

Pro Tips

01

Fresh lime juice is essential for proper balance

02

use quality gin as the base spirit

03

crème de violette adds crucial color and floral notes

04

serve in a coupe glass

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History & Origins

The Aviation is a classic cocktail created in the early 1900s at the Hotel Biltmore in New York City, immortalized in the 1930 book 'The Savoy Cocktail Book.' This pre-Prohibition era drink celebrates the excitement of early aviation, capturing the spirit of adventure and modernity of the time. The Aviation remains a benchmark cocktail that defined classic American mixology and continues to be a staple in cocktail education worldwide.

Variations

Aviation with Absinthe Rinse

An absinthe-rinsed version for herbaceous complexity

Modern Aviation

A contemporary take using artisanal spirits

Aviation Punch

A large-format batch cocktail for events

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Aviation

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