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Aviation cocktail

Aviation Cocktail Recipe

The Aviation cocktail is a classic gin sour recipe featuring London Dry Gin, maraschino liqueur, and crème de violette. This floral gin cocktail offers citrusy, slightly sweet flavors with unique violet and cherry notes. Created in the early 1900s, the Aviation is a sophisticated craft cocktail perfect for gin enthusiasts seeking elegant mixed drinks.

Glass:

Coupe

Strength

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Ingredients

1

Details

Glass: Coupe
Makes: 1 serving
Strength:
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Flavor Profile:

🌸floral🍊citrusy🍬sweet

Categories

All CocktailsGin Cocktails

Instructions

  1. 1

    Add London Dry Gin, maraschino, fresh lemon juice, and sugar syrup to a shaker with ice.

  2. 2

    Add 1-2 barspoons of crème de violette (optional for a more floral note).

    Optional
  3. 3

    Shake vigorously until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish with a cherry.

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