The Aviation is a classic cocktail that epitomizes the elegance of pre-Prohibition era drinks. It is crafted with gin, maraschino liqueur, crème de violette, and lemon juice. This combination yields a beautifully balanced drink with floral and citrus notes that are both refreshing and subtly complex. The gin provides a crisp, herbal base, while the maraschino liqueur adds a hint of sweet cherry flavor. Crème de violette lends a unique floral and slightly sweet touch, giving the cocktail its distinctive pale sky-blue color. The addition of lemon juice brings a zesty freshness that ties all the flavors together, making the Aviation a sophisticated and timeless choice for cocktail enthusiasts.

This drink style is classified as a Cocktail and is Alcoholic, so drink responsibly! The recommended glass type for this drink is Cocktail Glass. We say, feel free to serve it in whatever you have available; it will still taste the same :)

You may also use different variations of the same ingredient. For example, you could change up fruit types or sugar substitutes. Other substitutions would include different brands of liquor. For example, if your drink calls for a specific type of whiskey, you could try using bourbon instead of Irish.

Crafting cocktails should be fun, so get creative and make it your own. Who knows, you might find your next favorite!

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Aviation consists of 4 different ingredients, although you may not need all of them to make it work. Keep in mind, there are many different flavored spirts and brands, so never feel obligated to use any one in particular. If you don't have all of the below ingredients, you can always get crafty and try your own variations. You might even create your own version that tastes even better. Feel free to share your creations with the Cocktail Friend community!

Here are some of the potential core ingredients you'll want. Each ingredient links to other drinks containing that same ingredient:

1. Gin
2. Maraschino Liqueur
3. Lemon(s)
4. Creme de Violette