Aviation

• 1 1/2 ounces Plymouth gin
• 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3/4 ounce Luxardo maraschino liqueur
• 1/4 ounce simple syrup (page 154)
• 1 dash Angostura bitters
• 1 lemon wheel, for garnish
• 1 brandied cherry (see page 36), for garnish

1. Pour the gin, juice, liqueur, and syrup into a mixing glass.
2. Add large cold ice cubes and shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
4. Add the bitters and garnish with the lemon wheel and cherry.
5. Dominant Flavors: juniper and citrus
6. Body: light, crisp citrus-driven
7. Dryness: medium to dry
8. Complexity: medium
9. Accentuating or Contrasting Flavors: maraschino cherry
10. Finish: medium, lingering with maraschino overtones
11. Glass: cocktail

gin, freshly squeezed lemon juice, maraschino liqueur, simple syrup, bitters, lemon wheel, brandied cherry

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/aviation-390768 (may not work)