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Drink of the Day: The Co Pilot Cocktail

March 26, 2015 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Greetings to another beautiful day, everyone! Hope all is going well.

Here is a cocktail I came up with to find other uses of the revived liqueur, Creme de Violette. It is such a fantastic addition to any bar, I was surprised this went away for awhile. It really brings another dimension to a cocktail due to its aroma, that I wanted to see how it would do with something other than the well known, Aviation Cocktail that uses gin as its base ingredient.

I have come up with a very soothing sipper that will work well as an aperitif. Adding a little vanilla with the maraschino liqueur and Creme de Violette, I was able to get a combination that not only gives your nose a euphoric lift; it also enhances your taste buds with every sip.

Hope you enjoy your beverage for the day. Have a fantastic day!

Co Pilot Cocktail

1 oz. Vodka

1/2 oz. Vanilla flavored Vodka

1/4 oz. Creme de Violette

1/4 oz. Maraschino Liqueur

1 oz. Orange Juice

Method: Combine all ingredients, to measure, in a mixing glass filled with ice. Cap with a tin and shake well. Strain into a nicely chilled cocktail glass. Optional: Add a maraschino cherry for garnish.

This Day in History:

1945 - The Battle of Iwo Jima ended. 22000 Japanese troops and 4500 American troops died during this battle.

1979 - In a ceremony at the White House, President Sadat of Egypt and Prime Minister Begin of Israel signed a peace treaty, ending thirty years of war between the two countries.

1982 - Ground breaking ceremonies for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial took place in Washington D.C.

2000 - Vladimir Putin became President of Russia.

Notable Birthday:

American poet, Robert Frost was born on this date in 1874.

Notable Quote:

“The best way out is always through.” - Robert Frost