Violet Sky Aviation

The Violet Sky Aviation is a classic gin-based cocktail with a touch of elegance. This vintage recipe, dating back to 1916, combines the smoothness of gin with the brightness of lemon juice and the delicate flavors of maraschino liqueur and crème de violette. The result is a beautifully balanced cocktail with a hint of floral sweetness, making it a perfect choice for both gin enthusiasts and those looking to explore a new dimension of flavors in their drinks.

Violet Sky Aviation

A classic gin-based cocktail with a touch of elegance and a hint of floral sweetness.

4.69 from 64 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz Gin
  • 3/4 oz Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 oz Maraschino Liqueur
  • 1/4 oz Crème De Violette
  • 1 Cherry (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Combine gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, and crème de violette with cubed ice in a shaker.
  2. Shake the mixture for 10-20 seconds.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a glass.
  4. Garnish with a cherry.