Sky Blue Revival

This classic cocktail, lost for half a century, has been brought back to life in the last decade. Its sky blue hue and refreshing taste make it a timeless favorite. The combination of gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, and crème de violette (or simple syrup) creates a balanced and sophisticated flavor profile.

Sky Blue Revival

A classic cocktail with a sky blue hue, revived from a half-century of obscurity, featuring a refreshing blend of gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, and crème de violette.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin
  • 1/4 oz maraschino liqueur (preferably Luxardo)
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1/4 oz crème de violette (or 1/4 oz simple syrup)

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a brandied cherry.