Discover how to make this stunning Violet Aviation Cocktail, a timeless floral gin drink featuring crème de violette and candied violets. Perfect for spring gatherings, garden parties, or as a romantic cocktail, this vegan-friendly aviation is as photogenic as it is delicious.
✈️ The Story Behind Our Violet Aviation Cocktail – A Vintage Gin Recipe Takes Flight 🛩️
We’re big fans of reimagining vintage cocktails, and the Aviation has always been one of our favorites. Originating in the early 1900s, this gin-based cocktail has become a floral masterpiece, thanks to crème de violette, lemon juice, and maraschino liqueur. We’ve elevated it with candied violets for a vegan-friendly, Instagram-worthy twist.
💡 Fun Fact!
The Aviation is one of the few classic gin cocktails that features a floral liqueur, giving it its signature lavender hue.
🌿 Why This Floral Gin Cocktail Is Our Go-To for Spring 🌷
When spring arrives, we crave light and aromatic drinks—and nothing beats a floral gin cocktail like this Violet Aviation. With its fragrant violet notes and fresh citrus punch, this cocktail strikes the perfect balance between floral sweetness and botanical sharpness. It’s ideal for sipping outdoors on sunny afternoons or at chic soirées.
🍸 The Perfect Vegan Aviation Cocktail with Crème de Violette 🌱
This cocktail is 100% vegan! We carefully select plant-based crème de violette and use candied violets without gelatin or animal products. The result? A cruelty-free floral gin cocktail that looks just as elegant as the original Aviation cocktail recipe.
Pro Tip!
Chill your coupe glasses ahead of time to keep your Violet Aviation perfectly cold and crisp.
💐 When to Serve This Violet Aviation Cocktail – For Parties, Weddings & Celebrations 🎉
Looking for a signature drink for weddings, engagement parties, or sophisticated brunches? The Violet Aviation Cocktail is a conversation starter that will leave your guests impressed. It’s light, floral, and visually stunning—a perfect addition to your spring or summer cocktail menus.
🥂 Pairing Suggestions for the Best Floral Gin Cocktail Experience 🍇
We love pairing this violet gin cocktail with small plates like vegan goat cheese crostini, roasted almonds, or a fresh cucumber and dill salad. The delicate floral flavors shine best alongside light, herby appetizers.
Ingredients
- 50 ml gin preferably London Dry
- 15 ml crème de violette violet liqueur
- 10 ml maraschino liqueur
- 20 ml fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: candied violet or edible violet flower
Instructions
- Shake: In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, crème de violette, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Add ice cubes.
- Mix Well: Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain & Serve: Double strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Garnish: Top with a candied violet or an edible violet flower for a delicate and eye-catching finish.
Notes
- If you prefer a more pronounced floral note, you can slightly increase the crème de violette.
- For a crisper, tarter version, adjust with a touch more lemon juice.
- The Aviation is traditionally made without crème de violette (pre-aviation revival), so you can omit it for a more classic, clear cocktail version.
- Candied violets not only add beauty but also a subtle sweetness to each sip.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Violet Aviation Cocktail
💜 What Makes the Violet Aviation Cocktail Unique?
The key ingredient is crème de violette, which gives this cocktail its signature floral flavor and beautiful lavender hue. Combined with gin and maraschino liqueur, it creates a balanced, slightly sweet, and aromatic drink.
🍸 Can I Make It Without Crème de Violette?
While crème de violette is essential for the classic flavor and color, you can substitute it with a violet syrup for a similar floral touch. However, the cocktail will be slightly sweeter.
🍋 Do I Have to Use Fresh Lemon Juice?
Freshly squeezed lemon juice is highly recommended for its bright, zesty flavor that balances the sweetness of the liqueurs and enhances the floral notes.
🌸 What Garnish Works Best?
Candied violets are a traditional and elegant garnish, but you can also use a twist of lemon peel or edible flowers for a lovely presentation.
🍹 Is This Cocktail Strong?
Yes, like most classic gin cocktails, it has a bold character due to the gin base. However, the floral and citrus elements make it feel light and refreshing.
🌿 What’s a Good Occasion to Serve This Cocktail?
The Violet Aviation is perfect for spring or summer gatherings, garden parties, or any time you want to impress guests with a sophisticated and visually stunning cocktail!
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