Aviation

TASTE:

Floral, Sour
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Prep Time

1 minute
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DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Medium

Ingredients

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What is a Aviation?

The Aviation cocktail is a classic gin cocktail and is quite possibly the most successful variation on the Gin Sour. The Aviation cocktail still has Damrak Gin in the starring role, which elevates the cocktail with its herbs, citrus and a strong kick of alcohol.

The Aviation gets its name from the light blue colour of the cocktail that is created by adding a bar spoon of Bols Parfait Amour. It's supposed to remind you of the blue sky you see from the window of an airplane. Flying in the early 20th century was only affordable for the very wealthy and this cocktail has long lived up to its luxurious name. The Aviation is a genius cocktail invention, which continues to intrigue.

Alcohol Content: 2.6 units

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Glass Type: Martini

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