Episode 87 The Aviation

Oct 14

Ep. 87: Come fly with me – the Aviation and Flight of the purple people eater

Welcome to Season 6 episode 86 of The Art of Drinking with Join Jules and Your Favorite Uncle

This is where it all started, for Jules and Brad, the Aviation. This is the cocktail that told Brad, “you like gin” and told Jules, “you should make me, and other drinks and put that online. Do this... and you will go far”.

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A lil backstory of today’s cocktail

The Aviation cocktail, a classic gin-based drink, was created in the early 20th century, with its first known recipe published in Hugo Ensslin’s 1916 book Recipes for Mixed Drinks. The original recipe included gin, maraschino liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and crème de violette, which gave the drink a pale sky-blue hue, inspiring its aviation-themed name.

However, crème de violette fell out of favor for many years, leading to versions of the cocktail being made without it. This altered the drink’s distinctive color and taste, but it remained popular nonetheless. In the 21st century, with crème de violette becoming widely available again, the Aviation saw a resurgence in popularity among cocktail enthusiasts, restoring its signature floral, slightly tart profile.

TIP: don’t kill yourself with dry ice

When using dry ice in cocktails, it's crucial to follow safety guidelines to avoid injury:

Never ingest dry ice: Always wait until the dry ice has fully sublimated (turned into gas) before drinking your cocktail, as ingesting even small pieces can cause internal burns.
Use gloves or tongs: Dry ice can cause skin burns due to its extreme cold (-109°F / -78.5°C), so handle it with protective gear.
Ensure proper ventilation: Dry ice sublimates into carbon dioxide gas, which can displace oxygen in small, enclosed spaces. Use it in well-ventilated areas to avoid breathing difficulties.
Do not seal dry ice in airtight containers: As dry ice turns into gas, it expands and can cause pressure buildup, leading to potential explosions.

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