Aviation Recipe

Experience the timeless elegance of the Aviation cocktail, a classic creation from Eben Freeman of New York City's Tailor Restaurant. This refined gin sour, elevated by the quality of its ingredients, features the bright notes of gin perfectly balanced with tart lemon and sweet maraschino liqueur. Freeman's secret? Using high-quality Maraska maraschino liqueur for a cleaner, less funky flavor profile, and substituting the traditional artificial cherry with a homemade version for an unparalleled taste. Discover the difference superior ingredients make in this simple yet sophisticated cocktail recipe. Instructions for homemade maraschino cherries are included for the ultimate Aviation experience!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 153.6 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aviation

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How to Make Aviation

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 ounce lemon juice, 2 ounces gin, ¾ ounce Maraska maraschino liqueur, and ¾ ounce simple syrup.
  2. Add ice to the shaker.
  3. Close the lid tightly and shake vigorously for 20 seconds until well-chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a homemade or fresh pitted cherry.
  6. Enjoy responsibly!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g