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The Aviation: an early 20th-century classic, pale blue and delicately perfumed, with a reputation that still splits opinion. Gin, lemon, maraschino, and, crème de violette form its elegant frame. And joining us to explore its history and craft is Frank Caiafa, who returns for his third Cocktail College appearance armed with decades of bartending insight. Listen on (or read below) to discover Frank's Aviation recipe — and don't forget to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!
Frank Caiafa's Aviation Recipe
- 2 ounces London Dry gin, ideally 47 percent ABV
- ¾ ounce lemon juice
- ½ ounce Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur
- ¼ ounce Crème de Violette, such as Rothman & Winter
- Garnish: cherry, lemon twist, or orange twist
Directions
1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Shake until well chilled then fine strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
3. Garnish with a cherry, lemon twist, or orange twist.
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🍸Follow us:
- VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/
- Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/
- Frank: https://www.instagram.com/handlebarsnyc/
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The Aviation: an early 20th-century classic, pale blue and delicately perfumed, with a reputation that still splits opinion. Gin, lemon, maraschino, and, crème de violette form its elegant frame. And joining us to explore its history and craft is Frank Caiafa, who returns for his third Cocktail College appearance armed with decades of bartending insight. Listen on (or read below) to discover Frank's Aviation recipe — and don't forget to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!
Frank Caiafa's Aviation Recipe
- 2 ounces London Dry gin, ideally 47 percent ABV
- ¾ ounce lemon juice
- ½ ounce Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur
- ¼ ounce Crème de Violette, such as Rothman & Winter
- Garnish: cherry, lemon twist, or orange twist
Directions
1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Shake until well chilled then fine strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
3. Garnish with a cherry, lemon twist, or orange twist.
📧Get in touch: [email protected]
🍸Follow us:
- VinePair: https://www.instagram.com/vinepair/
- Tim: https://www.instagram.com/timmckirdy/
- Frank: https://www.instagram.com/handlebarsnyc/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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