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Elderflower Aviation
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Submitted on: April 19, 2026
Spring has officially clocked in, the flowers are blooming, the world is turning green again, and the cocktails are getting a little more floral. Enter the Elderflower Aviation, a springtime classic with a fresh twist. When everything outside starts coming alive, it only makes sense to pour something just as vibrant in the glass. And what better gin to showcase than Magellan’s Iris Gin? That naturally beautiful hue isn’t just for looks—the subtle iris notes pair perfectly with the delicate swe...
Tools
Cocktail Shaker
Cocktail Jigger
Fine Strainer
Instructions
Garnish
Build
Glass
Estimated strength
Cocktail Cherry
Shake & Double Strain
Cocktail Coupe
About 21% ABV (estimate)
By Bryan Monroe
Home Bartender
Follow along the journey of cocktails at home. Using simple ingredients, trying out new things and just enjoying life as it comes! That is what cocktails are all about, there is no right or wrong as long as you’re enjoying you’re cocktail....
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View MoreIn a cocktail shaker add all ingredients with ice and shake until chilled. Fine strain into a cocktail coupe and garnish with a cocktail cherry. Enjoy!
Editor's Note
Elderflower liqueur replaces the traditional violette in this Aviation riff, trading earthy floral notes for a bright, honeyed sweetness. A spring-ready take on a classic sour.
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Crafted Pour
19 April 2026
This looks like the perfect cocktail to celebrate spring! The combination of elderflower and maraschino with a floral gin sounds absolutely delicious. Cheers!
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