Gin Classics
Aviation
Coupe
Glass
Cocktail cherry
Garnish
Ingredients
- - 2 oz gin
- - 1/2 oz maraschino liqueur
- - 1/4 oz crème de violette
- - 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
Method
- Shake all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
Description: Gin, maraschino liqueur, and crème de violette give this cocktail a pale lavender hue and floral depth.
Garnish: Cocktail cherry
Note: A Prohibition-era classic; the violette is often omitted in modern bars but gives the drink its name-defining color.