The Aviation cocktail is a mix of gin, lemon juice, crème de violette, and maraschino liqueur. It was created at the New York City Bar in the early 1900s. The drink gets its name from the aviator’s scarf, which is a light blue shade.

The gin is the base of the drink and should be of good quality. The lemon juice gives the drink a sour taste and a bit of tartness. The crème de violette gives the drink a …