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Aviation Cocktail with Homemade Violet Syrup

We give the classic Aviation Cocktail a modern twist with our own homemade Violet Syrup. A mix of gin, lemon juice, violet syrup and maraschino cherry syrup, it's as beautiful as it is delicious.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Cocktail, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 131kcal
Author: Emily Clifton, Nerds with Knives

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces gin
  • 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce homemade violet syrup or use 1/4 ounce Crème de Violette
  • 1/2 ounce maraschino syrup recommended: Luxardo
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)
  • Violet flowers for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients except garnishes in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for 30 seconds to a minute, then strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry and violet flowers, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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