It is not iconic like Amelia Earhart, but it can be every
bit as satisfying as a brief air flight.
The Aviatrix is a cocktail inspired by The Tar Pit restaurant’s “Aviator”
cocktail. The Aviator debuted in the
desert at the 2011 Palm Desert Food & Wine event and garnered a lot of
attention and accolades. I was promised
the recipe but never received it. But
the mixologist did disclose the ingredients:
Gabriel Boudier Saffron Infused Gin and Luxardo Il Maraschino Originale.
The saffron infused gin is micro distilled in Dijon, France
and is rich in exotic botanicals plus saffron which gives it a spicy
character. While the color and fragrance
are quite unique, I find it a little harsh if used as an aperitif. And for me, the Luxardo Maraschino Originale is
a little medicinal in aroma and taste if used as a liqueur. But together they form a colorful,
sophisticated cocktail that is quite different from other specialty cocktails
served today. It is said that “well
behaved women never make history,” so think of The Aviatrix as a bit of a bad
girl that is manly enough for all.
After some experimentation, I have settled on the following
recipe for what I call “The Aviatrix.”
The Aviatrix:
Serves 1
2 ounces Gabriel Boudier Saffron Infused Gin
1 ounce Luxardo Il Maraschino Originale½ fresh lime, juiced
1 ounce simple syrup
Ice
Place liquid ingredients in cocktail shaker, fill with
ice. Shake and pour into ice cold martini
glass.
Santé!
(As a side note, if you are a Coachella Valley resident and looking
for the ingredients, Jensen’s carries the Gabriel Boudier Saffron Infused Gin
and Bristol Farms carries the Luxardo Il Maraschino Originale.)
Interested in a little Saffron Coconut Ice Cream? Check it out at:
http://www.sisboomblog.com/2011/10/saffron-coconut-ice-cream.html
