Aviation Gin was never meant to follow the rules. Born in Portland and backed by bold personality and precision craft, this is the gin that redefined American style. It swaps the heavy juniper hit for a smoother, more balanced blend of botanicals, cool, crisp, and unmistakably modern. The result? A gin built for cocktail culture but refined enough to sip solo. This is what happens when distilling meets daring.

Aviation Gin
Brand: Aviation | Category: American Dry Gin | ABV: 42% | Origin: Portland, Oregon, USA | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Fresh and clean, bright citrus, soft lavender, and spice with just a touch of juniper in the background.
Palate: Silky and balanced. Cardamom, sarsaparilla, and coriander glide alongside orange peel and a faint floral sweetness. The texture is unusually smooth for a gin, with no one note overpowering the rest.
Finish: Dry, clean, and refreshing. A whisper of spice and citrus peel fades with elegance.

Production Details:
Crafted in small batches using a precise seven-botanical blend, Aviation Gin is distilled with a focus on balance over boldness. It’s a departure from London Dry style, less juniper-driven, more nuanced and complex. The result is a highly versatile spirit that’s smooth enough to sip and structured enough to anchor a cocktail.

Perfect For:
Gin drinkers who want sophistication without the sting. Ideal for elevated G&Ts, martinis, or sipping neat with a twist of lemon. It’s your go-to for garden parties, rooftop gatherings, or an unexpected upgrade to your usual pour.

Expert Notes:
Hailed by bartenders as the gin that made American craft spirits cool again, Aviation paved the way for a new wave of botanical exploration. Endorsed and co-owned by actor Ryan Reynolds, it’s got the celebrity buzz but more importantly, it delivers on taste.

Customer Reviews:
"Converted me from a gin skeptic. Smooth, clean, and just complex enough."
"My favorite martini gin. Balanced without that harsh pine taste."
"It’s not just the bottle that’s sleek, it drinks like a dream."

Interesting Fact:
The name “Aviation” comes from the classic pre Prohibition cocktail made with gin, maraschino liqueur, and crème de violette. Fittingly, this gin was designed to elevate that exact drink and it does.

Serving Suggestions:
For an elevated gin & tonic, pair with a premium tonic water and garnish with a grapefruit twist. For a modern martini, mix with dry vermouth and a dash of orange bitters. Or keep it simple, neat, chilled, and clean.

Distillery Background:
Distilled by House Spirits in Portland, Oregon, Aviation Gin reflects the Pacific Northwest’s spirit of innovation. It’s one of the first American gins to challenge the old world profile and remains a defining figure in the New Western Gin movement. Meticulously crafted and globally admired, Aviation is gin but not as you know it.