Aviation is a classic cocktail that dates back to the early 20th century. It is known for its beautiful, light blue color and its complex flavor profile, which combines the floral with the sour. Aviation is a sophisticated drink that both looks impressive and tastes great.
Aviation
Aviation recipe
Aviation is an iconic cocktail that brings a bit of history and elegance to any occasion. With its distinctive pale blue color and refined taste, this drink blends the botanical base of gin with the subtle nuances of cherry liqueur and fresh citrus. Creme de violette adds the unique color and delicate floral aroma that makes Aviation both visually appealing and highly palatable. Perfect for those looking to add a touch of luxury to their evening, the Aviation is a timeless classic that will impress any cocktail enthusiast. Follow this recipe to create the perfect Aviation.
Ingredients
- 4.5cl gin
- 1cl creme de violette
- 1.5cl freshly pressed lemonjuice
- 1.5cl cherryliquor
- Amarenacherry for decoration
Aviation step by step
- 1. Make sure you have all the ingredients ready. Freshly squeezed lemon juice gives the best acidity to your cocktail
- 2. In a shaker, add gin, cherry liqueur, lemon juice and creme de violette. Fill the shaker with ice cubes
- 3. Ryst ingredienserne kraftigt i cirka 15 sekunder. Dette sikrer, at de blandes godt og at drinken bliver ordentligt kølet ned
- 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. A coupe glass is ideal to highlight the elegant appearance of the drink
- 5. Garnish your Aviation with an amaran cherry, which adds a decorative and tasty element to the drink
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Tips og Tricks
- The quality of the gin: Choose a high quality gin to ensure that the taste in your Aviation is clean and balanced.
- Creme de violette: If you don't have creme de violette, you can still make a version of Aviation, but the color and flavor will be slightly different.
- Garnish: Experiment with different types of cherries for garnish, which can give different flavor nuances and visual effects.
Aviation is an elegant and impressive cocktail that attracts both with its beauty and its complex flavor profile. Perfect for a stylish gathering or a special night out, this drink is sure to impress your guests.
- 198 calories
- 1 drink
- 12 votes
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The story behind Aviation
Aviation was created by Hugo Ensslin, head bartender at Hotel Wallick in New York, and the recipe was first published in his book “Recipes for Mixed Drinks” in 1916. The cocktail's name and color are inspired by the sky and flight, which was a fascinating and new phenomenon at the beginning of the 20th century.
Flavor profile
Aviation is known for its unique flavor combination. Gin provides a botanical base, while cherry liqueur adds a slightly bitter and sweet cherry flavor. Lemon juice brings fresh acidity, and creme de violette gives a subtle floral flavor and the characteristic pale blue color.
