Cocktail
Aviation
How to make an Aviation - the elegant gin cocktail with maraschino, violet liqueur and lemon. Classic recipe with a sky-blue colour to mix at home.
5 minPrep time
mediumDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Aviation is an elegant gin cocktail from the era before Prohibition, its name a nod to the dawning age of flight. It owes its delicate sky-blue colour to the violet liqueur Creme de Violette. With maraschino and lemon, the result is a floral, fruity and finely balanced classic.
Instructions
- Add gin, lemon juice, maraschino and Creme de Violette to the shaker.
- Add plenty of ice.
- Shake vigorously for about 12 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a cocktail cherry and serve.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Pro tip: Dose the Creme de Violette sparingly - just one bar spoon is enough for the delicate sky-blue tint and floral aroma, otherwise the drink gets too sweet.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the blue colour of the Aviation come from?
The delicate sky-blue to violet tint comes from Creme de Violette, a violet liqueur that gives the drink its name and its floral aroma.
Can I make the Aviation without Creme de Violette?
Yes, without the violet liqueur you get an older version of the cocktail. It is paler and drier, but also very fine in taste.
What is maraschino?
Maraschino is a clear liqueur made from Marasca sour cherries with a slightly dry-sweet, almond-like aroma that gives the Aviation depth.
Ingredients
- Gin4.5 cl
- Fresh lemon juice1.5 cl
- Maraschino1.5 cl
- Creme de Violette1 bar spoon
- Ice cubesas needed
