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Cocktails Like a Aviation
If you like aviation, what you probably like is a specific combination of flavor, structure, and strength. These alternatives share enough of that profile to work as substitutes — while being distinct enough to be interesting in their own right.
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9.3gMedian sugar
219 kcalMedian calories
29.0%Median ABV
Most similar drinks
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cornell Cocktail | Shares 10 flavors: dry, juniper, lemon | — |
| 2 | Casino Royale | Shares 10 flavors: dry, juniper, lemon | — |
| 3 | Doctor Cook | Shares 10 flavors: dry, juniper, lemon | — |
| 4 | Melon Cocktail | Shares 10 flavors: dry, juniper, lemon | — |
| 5 | North Pole Cocktail | Shares 10 flavors: dry, juniper, lemon | — |
| 6 | Grapefruit Cocktail | Shares 9 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 7 | The Last Word | Shares 9 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 8 | White Rose Cocktail | Shares 9 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 9 | Brandy Crusta Cocktail | Shares 8 flavors: dry, lemon, citrus | — |
| 10 | Saratoga Cocktail | Shares 8 flavors: dry, lemon, citrus | — |
| 11 | La Ultima Palabra | Shares 8 flavors: dry, citrus, tart | — |
| 12 | Opera Cocktail | Shares 8 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 13 | English Rose Cocktail | Shares 8 flavors: dry, juniper, lemon | — |
| 14 | Boomerang | Shares 8 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 15 | Martinez 2 | Shares 8 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 16 | Tuxedo Cocktail | Shares 8 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 17 | London Town | Shares 8 flavors: dry, juniper, citrus | — |
| 18 | Adderly Cocktail | Shares 7 flavors: lemon, citrus, tart | — |
| 19 | Canadian Cherry | Shares 7 flavors: lemon, citrus, tart | — |
| 20 | Bluebird | Shares 7 flavors: juniper, lemon, citrus | — |
| 21 | Diplomat Cocktail | Shares 7 flavors: dry, citrus, almond | — |
| 22 | Hebrides | Shares 7 flavors: dry, lemon, citrus | — |
| 23 | Venial Sin | Shares 7 flavors: dry, citrus, almond | — |
| 24 | Fantasio Cocktail | Shares 7 flavors: dry, citrus, almond | — |
| 25 | Gin Sour | Shares 7 flavors: juniper, lemon, citrus | — |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a aviation?
- Aviation is a cocktail with a specific flavor profile and ingredient structure. If you already like aviation, the drinks on this page share key characteristics — spirit base, flavor direction, or occasion fit.
- What does a aviation taste like?
- Aviation is defined by its signature flavor profile. The alternatives on this page were selected because they share similar flavor tags and drink characteristics from WhatDrink data.
- Why might someone want an alternative to aviation?
- Common reasons include ingredient availability, preference for a different ABV level, wanting a different flavor intensity, or simply exploring new drinks in the same style.
- How similar are these drinks to aviation?
- Similarity is scored on shared flavor tags, glass type, and occasion fit in WhatDrink data. Drinks at the top of the list share the most overlap with aviation. Individual taste will affect how similar they feel in practice.
- How many alternatives to aviation are on this page?
- This page shows 25 alternatives ranked by similarity score. All pass the same quality filters as individual cocktail pages.
- When should I drink something like aviation?
- If you enjoy aviation, the alternatives here suit similar occasions and moods. Look at the occasion tags on each drink card to find the best fit for your context.
- Can I make these at home?
- Most cocktails similar to aviation use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any individual recipe page for a full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation guide.