Water Lilly

Crème de violette (violet liqueur) is an aromatic experience, especially if you give it some space. And that is what this take on the classic Aviation Cocktail does. Leave out Luxardo cherry liqueur, add Cointreau instead, use equal measures, and you get the Water Lilly.

The drink is a sour with strong floral and fruity notes. It's like a White Lady with flowers in her hair. A charming, afternoon drink and aperitif.

2 cl gin

2 cl Cointreau

2 cl crème de violette

2 cl lemon juice

Shake the ingredients with ice. Strain into a coupe glass. If you must, garnish with an orange twist.

The drink was created by Richard Boccato in New York 2007.