Aviation Cocktail

Learn to make the classic Aviation cocktail using gin, maraschino liqueur, creme de violette liqueur and lemon juice.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword Aviation Cocktail, Aviation Cocktail Recipe, Aviation Drink

Prep Time 5

Servings cocktail

Calories 216kcal

Begin by preparing a chilled coupe glass. Just pop it in the freezer for 30 minutes to an hour before serving your cocktail. This step is optional.
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine gin, maraschino liqueur, violet liqueur and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Shake for 10-15 seconds until icy cold.
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry or a lemon twist.

It's such a pro move to make a chilled cocktail glass. Just pop the glass into the freezer for 30 minutes to an hour before using.
Squeeze the outside of a lemon peel over this drink before serving to release lemon essence for extra flavor.
Use the best gin from your home bar for this cocktail since you can really taste the flavor.
If you like sweeter cocktails, try adding 1/8 ounce simple syrup.