Skyward Spirit

Description: The Skyward Spirit is a tribute to the pioneering days of aviation, capturing the essence of exploration and innovation with each sip. This cocktail combines the classic elegance of early 20th-century cocktails with a modern twist, offering a refreshing, subtly complex flavor that mirrors the adventurous spirit of those who first took to the skies. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz gin (preferably an aviation-style gin) - 0.75 oz maraschino liqueur - 0.5 oz creme de violette - 0.5 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice - 0.25 oz elderflower liqueur - 2 dashes of orange bitters - Lemon peel for garnish - Edible violet flower for garnish Instructions: 1. Combine gin, maraschino liqueur, creme de violette, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur, and orange bitters in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 2. Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled. 3. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Express the oil of a lemon peel over the drink, then use it as a garnish along with an edible violet flower to enhance the visual presentation and aromatic profile. Glass: Coupe glass The Skyward Spirit not only celebrates the adventurous spirit of early aviators but also brings a touch of floral sophistication, embodying the elegance and ambition of a bygone era with every sip.