Hayviation a Twist on a Classic

Hayviation

by Michael Dietsch on April 10, 2010 · 1 comment

in Cocktail recipes, Crème de violette, Gin, Maraschino, Mixology

A simple variant on the classic Aviation, using Hayman’s Old Tom gin. I chose the Hayman’s because I have a problem with the Aviation; I think it’s just a touch out of balance on my palate, with the lemon juice so heavy and the sweetening agents so light. (However, I know that if you bump up the maraschino and violet liqueur, you’re going to get a drink that’s just nasty.) Hayman’s is only mildly sweet, as far as Old Toms go, apparently, so I thought I’d try it. I like it.

Hayviation

• 2 ounces Hayman’s Old Tom gin
• 3/4 ounce fresh-squeezed lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons maraschino liqueur
• 1 teaspoon crème de violette

Shake over ice. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass; garnish with a lemon twist.

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