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Aviation cocktail

In the canon of classic cocktails, you'll find plenty of well-known drinks, like the Negroni or the Old Fashioned. But you'll also find some lesser-known drinks that are beloved by cocktail enthusiasts but not widely enjoyed by the general public. Included in this category is the Aviation cocktail, a drink known as much for its gorgeous sky blue or pale violet color as for its delicate floral flavor.
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If you're ever learning about the history of gin, one spirit you'll often see referenced is genever. If you've never tried this drink or even heard of it, then you're not alone, as it is rarely seen outside its homeland of the Netherlands. However, it's worth getting to know genever if you're interested in historical spirits or even if you're just interested in trying something new.

Genever’s bold, earthy taste is great for fans of more robust spirits, but if you’re new to it, cocktails are a great way to get to know it better. Here, four bartenders mix up delicious drinks made with genever. Try them at home, and you’ll likely find a favorite new bottle for your bar.
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A home bar ingredient that's ubiquitous in Britain but less well known abroad is Pimm's. This delicious fruit and gin-based drink is the basis of the iconic Pimm's Cup cocktail and deserves to be better known for its refreshing, bright flavors and its ease of use.

While it's most typically mixed with lemonade and fresh fruit to create a fruit salad-like drink that's perfect for summer, it has other uses in cocktails as well. Here are a few of our favorite Pimm's cocktail recipes.
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