AVIATOR with Sotol Gin

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INGREDIENTS

Preparation Time: 5 mins.

  • 2 oz. ACRÓNIMO GIN
  • 1/2 ounce maraschino liqueur
  • 1/4 ounce creme de violette
  • 3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed Garnish: blackberry

METHOD / ALCHEMY

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, pour the gin, maraschino liqueur, crème de violette, and lemon juice. Shake vigorously until well- chilled
  2. Strain the mixture into a martini or coupe glass
  3. Garnish with a blackberry

Aviator with Sotol Blanco

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INGREDIENTS

Preparation Time: 5 mins.

  • 2 oz. Sotol Blanco

  • 1/2 oz. maraschino liqueur

  • 1/4 oz. crème de violette

  • 3/4 oz. freshly squeezed lemon juice

  • Garnish: blackberry

METHOD / ALCHEMY

  1. Chill the glass

  2. Combine ingredients in shaker

  3. Add ice and shake

  4. Double strain into coupe

  5. Garnish with blackberry

  6. (Optional: Express lemon peel)

A Tale of Two Spirits

The Aviator cocktail has long been a favorite among classic cocktail connoisseurs, thanks to its delicate blend of floral, citrus, and herbal notes.

Traditionally made with gin, it showcases the botanical complexity of the spirit — a crisp, dry canvas that enhances the maraschino and crème de violette’s subtleties.

But innovation in mixology is about discovery. Swapping the gin for Sotol Blanco offers a bold twist, introducing earthy, grassy tones with a hint of smoke.

This desert-native spirit, distilled from the Dasylirion plant, adds depth and terroir to the otherwise airy cocktail.

A Study in Contrast

Where gin delivers refinement and a polished edge, Sotol Blanco leans into rugged sophistication — it’s wild, untamed, and distinctly northern Mexican. The contrast between the two spirits invites a side-by-side comparison.

Both versions celebrate the bright acidity of lemon and the mysterious sweetness of maraschino liqueur, but the finish couldn’t be more different: one clean and crisp, the other lingering and rustic.

Whether you prefer the structured elegance of gin or the adventurous spirit of Sotol, the Aviator provides a versatile template to explore.

Why Choose One?

There’s no need to pick sides. Offering both versions allows drinkers to appreciate how a single swap can change the entire personality of a cocktail. Gin lovers may find a new favorite in Sotol, while Sotol fans may discover a newfound respect for gin’s botanical charm.

This duality not only elevates your cocktail menu but also opens the door to new conversations around tradition, innovation, and terroir.

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