Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! Created in New York prior to Prohibition, the Aviation is as famous for its striking pale purple/blue hue as it is for its taste. The secret ingredient is Crème de Violette, which provides a delicate floral aroma that dances perfectly with the botanicals of the gin and the cherry notes of the maraschino liqueur.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 3 Minutes

• Servings: 1 Drink

• Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

• 2 oz London Dry Gin

• 1/2 oz Maraschino Liqueur (like Luxardo)

• 1/4 oz Crème de Violette

• 3/4 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice

• Ice cubes

• GND Yellow Lemon Slices for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Combine: In a cocktail shaker, add the gin, maraschino liqueur, Crème de Violette, and fresh lemon juice.

2. Shake: Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.

3. Strain: Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.

4. Garnish: Float a perfect dehydrated yellow lemon slice on the surface of the drink.

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