Aviation
A floral gin sour with maraschino and violet liqueur.
Drink details
Glass
Coupe Glass
Ice
No Ice
Method
Shaken
Strength
Strong
Servings
1
Recipe
Ingredients
Gin
45 ml
Maraschino Liqueur
Luxardo
15 ml
Crème de Violette
1 bar spoon
Lemon Juice
Freshly squeezed
15 ml
Garnish
Maraschino Cherry
Optional1 piece
Rating
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Add the gin, Maraschino Luxardo, crème de violette and freshly squeezed lemon juice to a cocktail shaker.
- 2
Shake with cracked ice and strain into a chilled coupe.
- 3
Garnish with a maraschino cherry if desired.
About the Aviation
The Aviation is a classic gin cocktail combining gin, maraschino liqueur, fresh lemon juice and crème de violette. Its distinctive pale violet color and floral character come from crème de violette, while maraschino contributes subtle cherry and almond-like complexity. Lemon provides the acidity needed to balance the liqueurs, and gin supplies a botanical foundation. Properly balanced, the Aviation is elegant, aromatic and noticeably drier than its appearance may suggest.
What does an Aviation taste like?
An Aviation tastes floral, citrusy and lightly fruity, with gin botanicals supported by violet and maraschino notes. Lemon keeps the floral liqueurs from becoming overly sweet, producing a crisp, aromatic cocktail with a gently dry finish.
Tips for making an Aviation
Use crème de violette sparingly because its floral character can quickly dominate the cocktail. Fresh lemon juice is essential for balancing the liqueurs. Shake thoroughly with ice and fine-strain for a clean texture and an elegant presentation.
