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Aviation Cocktail With Gin

The Aviation

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
5 from 3 votes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: classic gin cocktails, Creme de Violette Cocktails, lemon juice cocktails, maraschino liqueur cocktails, prohibition cocktails, purple cocktails, spring cocktails, summer cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. Gin
  • ½ oz. Maraschino liqueur
  • ¼ oz. Crème de violette
  • ¾ oz. Fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • Fill your cocktail shaker with ice to chill it.
  • Pour the gin, maraschino liqueur, crème de violette, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker.
  • Shake well until the mixture is well-chilled.
  • Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
  • Optionally, garnish with a cherry or a lemon twist.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
  • Adjust the crème de violette carefully too much can overpower the drink.
  • Chill your glass beforehand for a cleaner, crisper taste.
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