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Aviation Cocktail
A beautiful pale-blue violet cocktail from the early days of aviation (1916). Gin, maraschino liqueur, creme de violette, and lemon juice. Floral, citrusy, and slightly sour with a stunning sky-blue color. A forgotten classic revived by the modern craft cocktail movement.
Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1/2 oz maraschino liqueur (Luxardo)
- 1/4 oz creme de violette
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- Luxardo cherry for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
- 2. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- 3. Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry.
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