Aviation
A pale sky-blue classic from 1910s New York. The violet liqueur gives the colour.
LevelMedium
MethodShake
GlassCoupe
Serves1
Ingredients
- 50 mlGin
- 15 mlMaraschino liqueurA clear cherry liqueur, like Luxardo. Not the red cherry syrup.
- 20 mlLemon juiceSqueeze it fresh. 1 lemon gives about 30 ml.
- 5 mlViolet liqueur (optional)
Plus ice.
Bar tools
- Jigger
- Shaker
- Strainer
No bar kit? A jar with a lid works as a shaker, and 1 tablespoon is 15 ml.
How to make an Aviation
- Put everything in a shaker with ice.
- Shake for 12 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled glass.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry