Best 4 Classic Aviation Cocktail Recipes

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CLASSIC AVIATION COCKTAIL



Classic Aviation Cocktail image

The most complex, oddly simple, and quite ridiculously good tasting cocktail.

Provided by Rudy Torrijos III

Categories     Drinks Recipes

Time 3m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

ice cubes
2 fluid ounces gin
½ fluid ounce maraschino liqueur
½ fluid ounce fresh lemon juice
1 maraschino cherry

Steps:

  • Chill a cocktail martini glass in the freezer. Add ice to a shaker. Pour in gin, cherry liqueur, and lemon juice. Shake well for 1 minute (not kidding), then strain into the chilled glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

AVIATION



Aviation image

After a 50 year absence, the Aviation cocktail has returned. Try this old-school gin cocktail, featuring maraschino and violet liqueur.

Provided by Kevin Gray

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ounces gin
1/2 ounce maraschino liqueur
1/4 ounce crème de violette
3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Garnish: brandied cherry

Steps:

  • Add the gin, maraschino liqueur, creme de violette and lemon juice to a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.
  • Strain into a cocktail glass.
  • Garnish with a brandied cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 kcal, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 8 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 0 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

AVIATION COCKTAIL



Aviation Cocktail image

The aviation cocktail is a classic drink from the early 1900s. The beautifully floral recipe includes gin, maraschino, lemon juice, and crème de violette.

Provided by Colleen Graham

Categories     Beverage     Cocktail

Time 3m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ounces gin
1/4 ounce maraschino liqueur
1/4 ounce ​crème de violette
1/2 ounce ​ lemon juice (fresh)
Garnish: flamed lemon peel

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Pour the gin, liqueurs, and lemon juice into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
  • Shake well .
  • Strain into a chilled cocktail glass .
  • Garnish with a flamed lemon peel. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 1 cocktail (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CLASSIC AVIATION COCKTAIL



Classic Aviation Cocktail image

The most complex, oddly simple, and quite ridiculously good tasting cocktail.

Provided by Rudy Torrijos III

Categories     Drinks

Time 3m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

ice cubes
2 fluid ounces gin
½ fluid ounce maraschino liqueur
½ fluid ounce fresh lemon juice
1 maraschino cherry

Steps:

  • Chill a cocktail martini glass in the freezer. Add ice to a shaker. Pour in gin, cherry liqueur, and lemon juice. Shake well for 1 minute (not kidding), then strain into the chilled glass. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Tips

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have crème de violette, you can substitute another floral liqueur, such as elderflower liqueur or lavender liqueur.
  • The Aviation is a versatile cocktail that can be made with different gins. Experiment with different gins to find your favorite combination.
  • Garnish the Aviation with a lemon twist or a maraschino cherry.

Conclusion

The Aviation is a classic cocktail that is both refreshing and flavorful. It is a perfect cocktail for any occasion, whether you are enjoying it at a bar or making it at home. If you are looking for a new cocktail to try, the Aviation is a great option.

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