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Classic Aviation Cocktail

Aviation cocktail

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3.5 from 2 reviews

The Aviation cocktail is a 1900’s mixed drink with a lovely purple hue! This sweet tart classic cocktail is so tasty, it’s now back in style.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) gin
  • 3/4 ounce (1 1/2 tablespoons) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) Maraschino liqueur
  • 1/2 ounce (1 tablespoon) ​crème de violette
  • For the garnish: Luxardo cocktail cherry

Instructions

  1. Add the gin, lemon juice, maraschino liqueur, and ​crème de violette to a cocktail shaker. Fill it with ice and shake it until cold.
  2. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a Luxardo cherry, if desired.