Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest The Aviation is a classic drink from the early 1900s. A boozy, fresh citrus libation with floral notes, this refreshingly smooth and bright cocktail is named Aviation because the color is reminiscent of the sky. Ingredients: 60 ml gin 25 ml lemon juice 15 ml Maraschino liqueur 10 ml crème du violet / 5 ml used to finish as garnish Lemon peel Directions: Add all ingredients in a cocktail shaker add fresh ice and close. Shake vigorously till very cold. Double strain into a chilled coupette. Slowly drop 5ml of crème du violette close to the rim to let it flow down the bottom of the drink. Squeeze lemon peel to expel essential oils. Serve.